Judge Overturns Tennessee Abortion Law Requiring Waiting Period

Judge Overturns Tennessee Abortion Law Requiring Waiting Period

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A federal court struck down a 48-hour waiting period for abortions, deeming it an unconstitutional burden on women. This ruling, reported by the New York Times, marks the first time in nearly 30 years that a federal court has invalidated such a waiting period. The video concludes with a statement from Newsy's Adam Elrashidy.

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Who reported on the ruling mentioned in the text?

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How long had it been since a waiting period was struck down by a federal court?

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