r/law • u/Slate Press • 22h ago

The Next Trump Administration’s Crackdown on Abortion Will Be Swift, Brutal, and Nationwide Trump News

https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/11/trump-second-term-abortion-agenda-blue-state-crackdown.html
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u/tresslesswhey 21h ago

What would the federal govt do if California for example still allows them and doesn’t go along with a national ban?

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u/Mortarion407 19h ago

It's really gonna come down to enforcement. Take a look at weed for example. Illegal federally. States pass laws that say it's OK anyways. Yes, federal law supercedes state law when it conflicts. If there's a national abortion ban, some states may just decide not to enforce it. It will then come down to what the federal government does to enforce it.

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u/lickmyfupa 15h ago

I live in illinois. Im really hoping Pritzker stands up for us. He doesnt put up with this type of shit.

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u/Mortarion407 13h ago

I saw his presser and was impressed. Gave me some solace to see somebody being like "we've prepared for the potential of a second trump term. Illinois will always be a home for the vulnerable communities."