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Trump Admin Policy Limited VA Abortion Services to Life-Threatening Cases

Published: 1/14/2026

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A Trump administration policy largely banned abortion services at VA facilities, reversing a previous Biden-era allowance. Under this change, VA hospitals can now only provide abortions in narrowly defined, life-threatening emergencies, removing prior exceptions for rape and incest. This policy affects veterans and their dependents nationwide, even in states where abortion is otherwise legal.

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