Politics & Government

Lightfoot Signs Order Protecting Those Who Travel To Chicago For Abortions From States Where It's Illegal

The mayor said her executive order will further safeguard those who come to Chicago or Illinois for reproductive healthcare.

Lightfoot was joined Thursday by leaders of Planned Parenthood of Illinois and the Chicago Department of Public Health.​
Lightfoot was joined Thursday by leaders of Planned Parenthood of Illinois and the Chicago Department of Public Health.​ (CBS)

CHICAGO (CBS) — Just over a month after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. wade, the City of Chicago is reinforcing its commitment to abortion rights.

On Thursday morning, Mayor Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order essentially saying the city will not help enforce anti-abortion laws in other state.

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