Republicans protest the Defense Department paying for abortion travel

Published October 22, 2022 12:00am ET



The Pentagon’s updated policy on abortions for service members or family members has been condemned by Republicans and praised by Democrats.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the new guidance in a memo to Pentagon leaders on Thursday, which came months after the Supreme Court’s ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. The Pentagon will cover travel and transportation expenses associated with abortions.

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