A Close Look at the Poorly Crafted Birth Control Rule

The transcript discusses a court ruling blocking the Trump administration's new rules on contraceptive coverage. The ruling was expected due to procedural and substantive issues, as highlighted by Nick Bagley. Procedurally, the administration failed to follow proper notice and comment procedures. Substantively, the rules lacked a statutory basis for moral exemptions and overstepped authority under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The court's order may apply nationwide, and the administration's haste has jeopardized its initiative.

What are the potential consequences if HHS appeals and loses?

What does Nick think about the likelihood of HHS winning an appeal?

What implications does the court's ruling have for the Trump administration's approach to the ACA?