Mexico Expands Abortion Access by Decriminalizing Procedure in Federal Facilities

The Mexican Supreme Court has expanded access to abortion by decriminalizing the procedure in federal health facilities, allowing over 70% of women in Mexico to have legal access to abortion. This decision marks a significant milestone and follows the court's previous ruling overturning a ban on abortion in the state of Coahuila. While Mexico embraces a more accepting stance on abortion, the United States has seen increasing restrictions on the procedure. The decision in Mexico requires federal hospitals and clinics, including those under the Social Security Institute, to offer abortion services. The ruling has been celebrated by women's groups but condemned by anti-abortion organizations.