Iowa Supreme Court Upholds Six-Week Abortion Ban

In Wisconsin, the Supreme Court accepted cases questioning the state's 1849 law's abortion ban and its constitutionality, rejecting anti-abortion groups' intervention attempts. Meanwhile, the Iowa Supreme Court upheld a law banning most abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, citing the state's interest in protecting the unborn, despite opposition from organizations like Planned Parenthood and the ACLU. The decision allows the legislation to take effect, with exceptions for rape, incest, and endangerment to the mother's life. Conservatives welcomed the ruling, emphasizing the protection of unborn life and the will of Iowa voters, while opponents express concerns over obstacles to abortion access and the law's impact on women's rights.