Pregnant 16-year-old not 'mature' enough for an abortion, court rules
FOX NewsJUL 2022
Florida Judge: 16-Year-Old Not "Mature" Enough for Abortion
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The Spin
Left narrative
This case is the direct result of the reversal of Roe v. Wade and highlights the dangers of parental consent laws. Rather than trusting and listening to the teen, the state of Florida is effectively forcing her to give birth - ironically deeming her mature enough to raise a child, but not mature enough to make choices about her body.
Right narrative
Doe was seeking to bypass Florida's parental consent law - legislation designed to protect vulnerable minors as well as their unborn children. Facing the recent death of a close friend she was under significant stress and a judge has rightly determined that she needs more time to make an informed decision.
Metaculus Prediction
There's a 5% chance that abortion will be banned nationally in the United States before 2030, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
