Tennessee lawmakers accused of being ‘out of touch’ over state abortion ban
Tennessee lawmakers have been accused of being “out of touch” with the experiences of those seeking abortions due to serious medical concerns, as a court heard arguments for a temporary block of the state’s abortion ban.
On Thursday, lawyers for seven women who were denied abortions and two doctors in Tennessee argued for a temporary block of the ban, as the state’s attorneys tried to dismiss the case altogether.
One of the seven patient plaintiffs, Rebecca Milner, said the day’s proceedings had been “physically and emotionally draining” but she was “proud” to have been part of the legal challenge.
Speaking to after proceedings were adjournedMs Milner said: “The point that was made over and over again, is that the impact [of the ban] is
