Newsom says he is blocking push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
ABC News • • general
Key Points:
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom blocked Louisiana's attempt to extradite Dr. Remy Coeytaux, accused of mailing abortion pills, citing an executive order protecting abortion providers from out-of-state prosecution.
- Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry initiated the extradition effort under the state's strict anti-abortion laws, aiming to bring Coeytaux to justice for allegedly providing abortion-inducing drugs.
- Newsom emphasized California's refusal to cooperate with other states' attempts to punish doctors providing reproductive health services, framing it as a defense against "extremist politicians."
- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill stated Coeytaux faces criminal charges that could result in up to 50 years in prison if convicted.
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