There aren’t “two sides.” It’s health care or not.

It doesn’t matter if her physical health is going to be affected. The emotional trauma is damage enough. Denying a woman to her right to have proper medical care should not be decided by a court or a man.

I might be the majority here but I was raised that a woman has a right to her own body. One can only imagine a man losing his sh$t if a woman forced him against his will, even to go so far as to use a court of law to have a vasectomy regardless of his approval or not.

Dear Anti-Abortionists, How many unwanted children have you adopted???

This case sickens me. This decision should have always been between the Cox's and their Doctor.

I’m sorry that we both live in a state run by misogynists/monsters (who keep getting reelected). I have a daughter also and am seriously thinking of leaving Texas for good.

No woman should EVER have to defend or justify her reasons for wanting an abortion. Especially not to MEN who have no business telling any woman what she can or can't do with HER BODY.

I had an abortion at 17 years old. He was my first boyfriend, he forced himself upon me, stole my virginity, was a drug addict, was physically and emotionally abusive, and he constantly threatened me. I’m forever grateful I was able to choose my own destiny, instead of him, my ex abuser. Now I have a beautiful family with my amazing husband and perfect children!

ken paxton is a monster.

This is heart wrenching. I would love to live in a world where abortions weren’t needed but.. we don’t and I can’t imagine how hard it is under any circumstances… it’s not my business to make it more difficult.

Texas and other red states spent far too much time contriving punishments for abortions and far too little time looking at the medical circumstances that occur in problem pregnancies. These laws were written by people with law degrees without including input from people with medical degrees. Because of this, the "exceptions" which allow for an abortion have been so vaguely written that health care providers are forced to err on the side of caution and only give abortions in the most extreme circumstances. Women have been literally told that they aren't endangered enough from their failing pregnancies and should come back when their health worsens. I have no doubt that this will claim a woman's life one day, if it already hasn't. Texas and Idaho are currently losing doctors who specialize in reproductive services and are having difficulty replacing them. These doctors don't want to have to decide between their patients' health and their own self interests. Doctors who perform an abortion in Texas and Idaho can be heavily fined and charged with a felony that carries a long prison sentence. Several red states with strong anti-abortion laws are looking for ways to punish those women who seek out-of-state abortions and the doctors and facilities that provided the care. If they succeed then women in those states may find their health endangered by shortsighted laws in order to appease a god they may or may not believe in. This is why I take issue with conservatives who try to force their beliefs on others.

I really feel these "pro life" people are hypocrites. And they are forcing their beliefs on everyone else to boot.

This couple lost a baby. Having to go through this on top of that is sickening

Thank you Kate Cox for showing how the current legislation doesn't help families or womens health.

My heart goes out to this woman and her husband. ❤

Texas is a horrible place to live on so many levels. How very sad indeed.

This should have been a private decision between Dr. and patient. What happened to HIPPA? It's a shame this couple could not make a private medical decision without the world knowing their heart break.

All the good vibes to Ms Cox and your family. And SHAME, SHAME ON TEXAS GOVERNOR AND AG. From another Texas mother.

The key is she did not want her baby to suffer- and those that do not understand that have never been in that place. All mom's try to protect their children and if you can prevent intense suffering of things that will almost immediately lead to death - you do so. Only people who have no understanding or compassion create the rules that have been implemented.

All the best to Kate and the Cox family. Pregnancy loss is traumatic enough without the national judging the home life. The Supreme Court is a joke.

Shame on the Texas attorney general!!!!!

Nobody should be forced to use her own body to keep something alive. Period.

If you can watch these stories and still think abortion is not a part of healthcare is insane

I have a trisomy 18 child whose now 5 years old. I’m not against the parents decision because again it’s their choice!

Texas should be ashamed and all women and the people who love them should be horrified that this is becoming state of things in America. Vote blue.

This is going on all over our country. Sad they have no idea how much this family suffered mentally and physically. Thank goodness she didn’t have to go through it alone, there are many others that do.

You know, it is not surprising at all that the state is so cruel, mean, and unsympathetic to her health issues. Look at all the pain this country has put black people through for centuries. Same thing goes for other minorities. It is in line with who we are as a country. Sadly.

Texas has some of the bravest men that have fought in wars throughout the history of the United States. But I gotta tell you there are times that I feel my dog has more common sense than those same men.

If I were this couple I would leave Texas.

Come to utah for an abortion. We don't have a law banning it. Texas really needs to consider mental health as well.

My heart goes out to this couple. The authorities should be ashamed of how they treated this family.

Very brave and heroic woman.

I'm so sorry that Kate and her husband went through this. Please, everyone: The GOP WILL pass a national abortion ban if they get into power again. Please don't think that you'll always be able to go to a blue state because they will not let you.

This is why we have to vote

And the sudden rise in infant mortality's are being conveniently ignored. But that's just like a pro-lifer. They give a crap as long as it's in the womb, afterward they give enough to chastise and complain, nothing more.

Religion brings out the good in most people, but the rise in self-righteous evangelicals and crazy pastors has shown the dark side of moral misapplication. We all want life's decisions to be simple, but they are complex. That's why education is so important, because you learn to understand the "gray" and allow flexibility for the ambiguity in life. Our Constitution is structured on legal ambiguity.

How many pro-lifers believe in the death penalty!

My heart goes out to Kate and any other person who needs a healthcare procedure, but isn’t able to get one locally.

Politicians playing God!

I’m so glad they are suing! More women need too!😊

Paxton is a monster.

The thought that the law would punish this woman and her husband like this is ungodly.

Seeing this and seeing my sister's liver complications due to pregnancy makes me more pro choice.

Donald Trump said he was the one responsible for overthrowing Roe vs.Wade. Trump also said as President he would sign a law that abortion would be outlawed in every state in the United States. Republicans in Congress will follow suit. Joe Biden believes women have the right to choose what is best for their life and not have the government take their rights away. If you want to protect a women's freedom then vote blue for both the President as well as Congress.

Why aren't women in Texas outraged? The complacency here is astounding! I can't wait to move from this hell hole

This couple are thinking of a future with many more children. So sad that Texas thinks they have the right to a women's body, as many other states do.

This is NOT the business of the state. It is only to be decided by the family and their doctor. This is NO ONE else's business. The state actually added to and increased the pain of this situation. That is the definition of evil.

Why is it that if you go out into the street and start shouting that women and children should die and suffer, then he will be considered crazy, but if you go out and shout about banning abortions (which is the same thing according to Suta) then there will be those who will support you!?

The government thinking they have the right to tell a women what she can do with her body is ridiculous!!!!

The Handmaid's Tale is supposed to be fiction!

It never ceases to amaze me how many self-righteous, bigoted, ignorant people there are in this country. These people have gone through Hell at the hands of their state government. If you've never experienced a fetal loss or the death of a child, be grateful. I'm hoping the family members don't read these hateful comments. They've suffered enough!! Thankful for those who show compassion and empathy in their remarks.

So sad that this couple had to go through this. 😔

Sweet woman. We are with you and may God bless and protect you.

I like how the media has told everyone where they had it. Abbott and his buddies are rubbing their hands together trying to figure out how to proceed. If the kid did survive, she would have been on SSDI or something and the kid's behaviour would have drawn out the bullies and people who can't handle working with or around folks who have health problems. What is it moms tell their kids, I brought you into this world, I CAN TAKE YOU OUT? Food for thought. And those words have been yelled by Republican parents many times I guarantee it.🤥

It's heinous what Texas put her through.

Dear Kate and Justin, I am so sorry that you had to go through this agony.

A women should have this right...its her body! Bottom line!!!

The law can't force someone to use their body to keep anything alive. You cannot force me to give blood, or provide an organ (uterus).

Brave couple. Brave Lawyer.

Republican law and policy makers need to recognize that the option for abortion is essential in cases like Kate Cox’s. If they don’t, this will cause people to leave their states, which will leave them with fewer potential voters.

Vote republicans out

I’m really sorry that the state of Texas has invaded your personal lives

I had an abortion at 21, I am still with my partner today but he is an immigrant and his checks were always delayed, I was on probation, didn't have a job due to medical reasons, and have a disability. My mother also threatened to kick me out of the house if I kept the baby

My heart goes out to you i know how you feel

We have already seen it. If the Republicans get their way, A national ban on abortion at any time, with no exceptions, is coming. Vote.

Absolutely shameful.

They aren't pro life. They are pro babies.

These politicians have put their ideology in front of common sense and simple compassion.

sending so much love her way 💕

She's a women pregnant by her husband she has two children. It obviously broke her heart and husbands heart. Hello a couple that want more children. The conservatives particularly rage about. She even named. See this probably happens more then people think. Rick Santorum Thinks like alot of Fundamentalist they know better then you. He has even indicated that when Ohio voter's voted for rights. He said it's a good thing other States the citizens dont have a say.

Bless your heart.💜 I

I’m so sorry,little angels! Both of you had to endure such a thing bc of politics! I’d move from Texas!

Thank you for covering this story.

What further proof is need than to look at Mr. Cox to confirm how this issue, also involves Men.

So abortion in this case the needs of the mother outweigh to those of the child she is carrying. Terminating her pregnancy did end the life of that child but saved her future children and saved the child that was terminated from a painful death cause fetus do not feel pain until week 29. I hope all the prolifers see this as reason why medical abortion is healthcare.

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Our best chance to fix this is to vote democratic. Between the trump threat & the abortion issue dems are the only ones that can help. Vote 💙

Was the couple Republicans before the pregnancy, and are they Republicans now? There are consequences to the lawmakers that we support, and the policies that we vote for.

Barbaric

The fact that lying Ken Paxton is playing the righteous guy here is sickening

Anyone who says "I'm in Healthcare" is not a doctor, APRN or RN. Anything else is help and not "in Healthcare" anymore than the orderlies.

I was wondering if Texas can sue the state that helped Kate?

Your pain is not the repubs' concern.

😢

Hey Rick Santorum ... your situation wasn't even similar and most importantly, it's NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS.

How can you supply statistics that you can not validate. Does that 40 include all that are not reported?

Oh that awful question “why did you feel you had to give her a name ?” Ummm because she was a human being

How dare these disgusting people decide the fate of other people’s lives. These pro life people have no decency. Rick Santorum should mind his own business and be glad he was lucky.

This is obviously barbaric. Something you would expect to happen in El Salvador, not in the Western world. I take issue with Ms. Cox's framing this as 'I wanted an abortion because I did not want my baby to suffer and I wanted to preserve my fertility'. That may well be part of the story, but surely the most important reason for her wanting to terminate was self-preservation, and that's as legitimate a reason as it gets. Women should not feel the need to justify their decisions through the lens of the 'self-sacrificing mother' archetype. Cox should have felt comfortable saying: 'I prioritize me. I refuse to go through 3 more months of debilitating pregnancy, to then have a painful birth, for a sick baby that is going to cause my own health to deteriorate and is not going to make it past her first week of life. My body, my health and my well-being come first'.

Abortion should be safe, legal, and rare.

Please share a story of a low income non white pregnant person who does not have this much resources to go out if state.

Could someone please give her a tissue

Sad story....very sad story but didn't she knowingly vote Republican?

Vote BLUE!!!!

I'd be curiouse to know who Kate Cox voted for...

Here in California, we are pro-abortion. Texas is against it. Thoughts and prayers go out to Kate and the Cox family.

Just to be clear, she is pro life. Or should I say was? So she voted against her own and other women's health in Texas, irony has a funny way of humbling us.

Disgusting

Is she going to want another abortion if that baby isn’t perfect?

My heart goes out to Kate 💔