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Pope Francis and King Philippe listen to a speech by Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo during the pope's trip to Belgium in late September 2024.

Belgian prime minister criticizes Pope Francis for statements on abortion

Oct 4, 2024

By CNA Staff

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo criticized Pope Francis for comments the pope made on abortion last week when he... Read more

The makeup of the U.S. Senate could change as a result of the 2024 elections.

Four U.S. Senate races to watch: Can Democrats hold on to their majority in November?

Sep 30, 2024

By Madalaine Elhabbal

For the Democrats to hold on to their majority, all of their incumbents need to be reelected and they need... Read more

At issue are new regulations issued this year by President Joe Biden’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that reinterpret the medical conditions covered in the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act to include abortion.

Judge shields Catholic employers from mandate to provide time off for abortion, IVF

Sep 24, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

A Monday ruling from a federal judge in North Dakota shields thousands of Catholic parishes and employers from new EEOC... Read more

A sign hangs above a Planned Parenthood clinic on May 18, 2018, in Chicago.

Catholic universities among dozens of schools with links to abortion industry, study finds

Sep 17, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Of the 732 Christian schools investigated, more than 80 were found to have some sort of connection with Planned Parenthood... Read more

“We want the Florida public to understand that Florida physicians are against Amendment 4 and that’s because it’s dangerous — not just for the babies that will be eliminated after they can feel pain but also for mothers and girls,” said Dr. Grazie Pozo Christie (right) in an interview with “EWTN News Nightly” anchor Tracy Sabol on Sept. 16, 2024.

Abortion amendment on Florida ballot ‘brutal and dangerous,’ physician says

Sep 17, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

In an interview with “EWTN News Nightly” anchor Tracy Sabol, Dr. Grazie Pozo Christie discussed Amendment 4 and its ramifications. Read more

Voting booths on Election Day.

Pro-life groups adjust tactics in challenging electoral panorama

Sep 16, 2024

By Martin Barillas

Pro-life groups across the political spectrum are adjusting tactics and expanding collaborative efforts.  Read more

Jennie Bradley Lichter is set to become the new president of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund.

March for Life announces ‘longtime marcher’ as new president

Sep 12, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Catholic pro-life activist Nellie Gray founded the March for Life in Washington, D.C., in 1974 following the 1973 Roe v.... Read more

Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. president Donald Trump speaks at Trump Force 47 campaign headquarters on Aug. 26, 2024 in Roseville, Michigan.

Trump says he will vote ‘no’ on Florida pro-abortion amendment

Aug 30, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Trump had earlier suggested he might vote in favor of the controversial amendment. Read more

“This is about enshrining second- and third trimester-abortion and forcing taxpayers to fund abortion,” said Kelsey Pritchard, director of state public affairs at Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, during an Aug. 22, 2024, interview on "EWTN Pro-Life Weekly."

With abortion on the ballot in 9 states, pro-life supporters ‘need to be engaged,’ leader says

Aug 23, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Abortion is currently on the ballot in Montana, Nevada, Colorado, Arizona, South Dakota, Missouri, New York, Maryland, Florida, and potentially... Read more

A pro-abortion attendee stands during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024, in Chicago.

2024 Democratic platform: What Catholics need to know

Aug 20, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Delegates to the Democratic National Convention have approved a party platform that doubles down on support for abortion, IVF, and... Read more

A sign hangs above a Planned Parenthood clinic on May 18, 2018, in Chicago.

Planned Parenthood mobilizes for Democratic convention in Chicago

Aug 19, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers said it was traveling to Chicago and performing free abortions and sterilization procedures in a mobile... Read more

Isabel Vaughan-Spruce.

UK police pay 13,000 pounds to Christian woman arrested for silent prayer

Aug 19, 2024

By AC Wimmer

The settlement comes as the U.K. government is reportedly set to strengthen its crackdown on silent prayer near abortion facilities... Read more

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks alongside U.S. President Joe Biden at Prince George’s Community College on Aug. 15, 2024, in Largo, Maryland.

Harris pushes child tax credit expansion at rally days after Vance makes similar proposal

Aug 16, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Kristen Day of Democrats for Life welcomed the proposal but warned the Harris campaign has been “very pro-abortion.” Read more

Montana state capitol.

Montana ends parental consent requirement for minors getting abortions

Aug 15, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The Montana Supreme Court said the parental consent for abortions law “violates the fundamental right of a minor to control... Read more

Longtime pro-life advocate Lynn Dyer places a sign that reads “Life Never a Mistake” on public property in front of Camelback Family Planning, an abortion clinic in Phoenix, on April 18, 2024.

Arizona Supreme Court says state can use ‘unborn human’ in abortion vote explainer

Aug 15, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Here’s a roundup of pro-life-related developments in the U.S. this week. Read more

During the 2024 Napa Institute Summer Conference,  Lila Rose spoke with EWTN News President Montse Alvarado about the task currently before the pro-life movement.

Lila Rose on 2024 task for pro-life movement, podcast debut on EWTN

On the occasion of her podcast joining the EWTN programming lineup, Lila Rose discussed the task currently before America’s pro-life... Read more

Planned Parenthood offices in SoHo, New York, Oct, 5, 2019.

Planned Parenthood of New York scales back abortions, citing financial problems

Aug 8, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Here’s a roundup of pro-life-related developments in the U.S. this week. Read more

A pro-abortion activist displays abortion pills as she counter-protests during an anti-abortion demonstration on March 25, 2023, in New York City.

Significant rise in unsupervised abortions in 2023, new study finds

Aug 6, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

There was a significant increase in unsupervised abortion attempts from 2021 to 2023, a new study by the American Medical... Read more

California Attorney General Rob Bonta.

Pregnancy center sues California attorney general for ‘attack’ on free exercise of religion

Aug 2, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Here’s a roundup of pro-life-related developments in the U.S. this week.  Read more

Pete Buttigieg speaks during a online fundraising event Monday night put on by a group called “White Dudes for Harris.”

Abortion makes men ‘more free,’ Pete Buttigieg says

Jul 31, 2024

By Matt McDonald

Pro-life advocates reacting to Pete Buttigieg’s comments said he put his finger on a problem with abortion: sex without responsibility. Read more