This week: FDA launches mifepristone safety review, new Down syndrome abortion debate, Men for Life Father’s Day feature, and latest pro-life news and updates.
Release date: June 5, 2026
FDA begins mifepristone safety study as calls for restrictions increase
The Food and Drug Administration has begun a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a move that could influence future federal policy on its regulation and distribution.
READ MOREBacklash grows after YouTuber abortion decision tied to Down syndrome diagnosis
A viral announcement by YouTuber Jesse Ridgway regarding the ending of a pregnancy following a prenatal Down syndrome diagnosis has prompted criticism from disability advocates and pro-life organizations.
READ MOREFalse advertising case against Planned Parenthood advances in Florida
A Florida court has allowed a false advertising lawsuit against Planned Parenthood to move forward after denying the organization’s motion to dismiss.
READ MORENew report tracks abortion pill coercion and poisoning cases
Heartbeat International has released a new tracking report documenting publicly reported cases involving alleged abortion pill coercion, poisoning, and related criminal allegations in the United States.
READ MOREStates see higher adoption of “Choose Life” plates versus pro-choice plates
A new analysis by Jeanneane Maxon, J.D. finds that “Choose Life” license plates show higher adoption rates than pro-choice specialty plates in states where both are available.
READ MOREComing soon: Men for Life CEO Sean Corcoran conversation
An upcoming Father’s Day edition of MCFL’s Virtual Speaker Series will feature Sean Corcoran, J.D., CEO of Men for Life, in conversation with MCFL President Myrna Maloney Flynn.
READ MOREWoman speaks out after alleged coercion involving abortion pill
A woman is sharing her account of alleged coercion involving mail-order abortion drugs, which she says ended her pregnancy and led to criminal charges.
READ MORECelebrate Father's Day with a Choose Life license plate
Father’s Day offers an opportunity to honor fathers and father figures while supporting the Choose Life license plate initiative and pro-life work across Massachusetts.
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