California Gov. Newsom says he's blocking Louisiana's push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom blocked Louisiana's attempt to extradite Bay Area doctor Remy Coeytaux, accused of mailing abortion pills, citing a 2022 executive order protecting abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution.
- Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry initiated the extradition effort to bring the physician "to justice" under the state's strict anti-abortion laws, which contrast with California's protective stance.
- Newsom condemned the extradition attempt as an overreach by "extremist politicians" and emphasized California's refusal to cooperate in prosecuting reproductive health care providers.
- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill stated Coeytaux faces criminal charges with potential penalties of up to 50 years in prison if convicted.
