A reversal of Roe v. Wade would leave abortion policy to individual states and likely create a patchwork in which the procedure would remain largely available in Democrat-led states, while Republican-led states would cross extreme boundaries or ban it entirely.
Here’s how some governors reacted to publishing what Politico called a draft majority opinion written by Judge Samuel Alito that would bring down Roe v. Wade.
Republican Government Kristi Noem, North Dakota:
Democratic Governor Jay Inslee, Washington:
Republican Gov. Chris Sununu, New Hampshire:
“As a pro-choice governor, I am determined to uphold Roe v. Wade, which is why I am proud of the bipartisan bill sitting on my desk this year increasing access. As long as I am governor, these women’s health services will remain safe and legal.”
Democratic Governor Tim Walz, Minnesota:
Republican Administration Kay Ivey, Alabama:
Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, New York:
“I am appalled by the apparent draft Supreme Court opinion leaked tonight that the right to abortion, guaranteed by Roe v. Wade† In the interest of women across the country, this should not be the Supreme Court’s final verdict when it comes to abortion rights.”
“We’ve been fighting this battle for too long. I refuse to back down. I refuse to let my new granddaughter fight for the rights generations have fought for and won, rights for which she must be guaranteed.”
“For anyone who needs access to care, our state will welcome you with open arms. New York will always be a place where abortion rights are protected and where abortion is safe and accessible. Like the Statue of Liberty her lamp high in our harbor, New York never stop fighting for what is right – fearless and fearless.”
Republican Administration Asa Hutchinson, Arkansas: