Life Lines #24 (9/12/25)

Court blocks taxpayer funding for Planned Parenthood, a statue of Margaret Sanger sparks controversy, Charlie Kirk’s legacy remembered, and upcoming events for young adults and families.

Release date: September 12, 2025

Court restores limits on taxpayer funding for Planned Parenthood

The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has lifted a lower court order that blocked enforcement of part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which prevents taxpayer funding from going to abortion businesses such as Planned Parenthood.

National Right to Life: appeals court victory for unborn children and taxpayers

National Right to Life praised the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for upholding provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that block Medicaid funding to major abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood.

Abortion pill safety faces renewed review as RFK Jr. critiques Biden-era data

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told the Senate Finance Committee that the Biden administration “twisted the data” on the abortion drug mifepristone.

Investigation reveals missing compliance records in physician-assisted suicide programs

A recent investigation by UnHerd reveals alarming failures in states with legalized physician-assisted suicide, including missing compliance forms and inadequate oversight.

MCFL honors Charlie Kirk’s pro-life legacy

Massachusetts Citizens for Life joins pro-life groups around the nation in mourning the loss of Charlie Kirk, a devoted husband, father, passionate pro-life advocate, and co-founder of Turning Point USA.

Smithsonian criticized for honoring Margaret Sanger

The Stanton Public Policy Center, a pro-life advocacy group, is calling on the Smithsonian Institution to remove a statue of Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger from its National Portrait Gallery.

Next Wednesday: Join MCFL Young Adults in Brighton

Don’t miss Krystle Arce sharing her powerful story of abortion pill reversal and hope at the MCFL Young Adults meetup on Wednesday, September 17, at Corrib Pub in Brighton.

Did you know? Fetal pain may occur as early as 12 weeks

Studies suggest that fetuses may be capable of feeling pain as early as 12 weeks into pregnancy, highlighting important ethical and medical considerations.

Happening Tuesday: Hope after a prenatal diagnosis with Beverly Jacobson

This Tuesday, September 16, at 7 PM, join us for a powerful evening with Beverly Jacobson, founder of Mama Bear Care. Beverly, a mother of nine, turned a devastating prenatal diagnosis into a mission of life, offering hope and encouragement to families facing difficult journeys.