Texas sues Biden administration

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over a rule that permits minors to access contraceptives without parental consent, claiming it violates Texas law and parental rights. The contentious rule stems from changes to Title X, which has historically required compliance with state regulations regarding family planning services. Paxton argues that the Biden administration's mandate undermines constitutional rights and disregards previous court rulings that upheld Texas's parental consent laws. He is seeking a permanent injunction against the enforcement of this rule, which he labels as part of an 'extremist agenda.' The case is expected to be heard in a conservative-leaning federal court, where past rulings have favored parental rights in similar disputes. This legal battle highlights the ongoing tensions between state regulations and federal healthcare policies.