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Doctors Sue North Dakota Over Abortion-Related Restrictions
The American Medical Association is suing North Dakota over two abortion-related restrictions, saying they would force doctors to lie.
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Trump Rule Would Undo Health Care Protections For LGBTQ Patients
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