Opinion(s) on the way
Good morning, and welcome to what’s expected to be April’s first opinion day. We will be live blogging beginning at 9:30 a.m. EDT. The post Opinion(s) on the way appeared first on SCOTUSblog .
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Meet Erica Schwartz, The Black Woman Trump Tapped To Lead The CDC
President Donald Trump has nominated Erica Schwartz, MD, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The former deputy U.S. surgeon general and retired rear admiral served as deputy […] Th
Texas Medical Board Sanctions Three Doctors for Delayed Care That Led to the Deaths of Two Pregnant Women
The post Texas Medical Board Sanctions Three Doctors for Delayed Care That Led to the Deaths of Two Pregnant Women appeared first on ProPublica .
ESScent Of The Week: La Bomba By Carolina Herrera Is What Happens When A “Good Girl” Grows Up
Diana Vreeland, the legendary editor who once declared that the bikini was more important to fashion than the atom bomb, used to call Carolina Herrera (the woman, not the brand, […] The post ESScent O
Nearly 1 in 4 people seeking abortions out of state chose Illinois. Here’s why.
At Family Planning Associates in Chicago, in the office where staff take phone calls from potential abortion patients, a U.S. map colored in with red and green dry-erase markers notes the latest statu
Lebanon: Israeli Bridge Attack a Potential War Crime
Click to expand Image A picture taken on April 9, 2026 shows the aftermath of the previous day's Israeli airstrike that struck Qasmieh bridge, located on a main highway linking villages in the Tyre di
WATCH: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Leads Netflix’s Man On Fire In First Trailer Release
Today, Netflix has released the first trailer for Man on Fire, offering a closer look at its upcoming action drama led by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. The seven-episode series reintroduces John […] The post
GOP House majority shrinks as Democrat wins New Jersey special election
Democrat Analilia Mejia has won the special election for a safely blue U.S. House seat in New Jersey, Decision Desk HQ projects, further narrowing Republicans’ already razor-thin edge in the chamber a
Black Maternal Health Is Entering Its Tech Era And A New App Is Putting Advocacy At The Center
With Black maternal mortality rates remaining alarmingly high, a new wave of tech-driven solutions, including real-time advocacy app Pregnant and Black, is transforming how Black mothers navigate the
Former Miss World Lisa Hanna Enters The Beauty Space
Lisa Hanna has long embodied the ethos of “for us, by us.” Now, the Jamaican beauty queen is stepping into yet another evolution of her multifaceted career. After winning Miss […] The post Former Miss
The Anti-Choice Movement’s Obsession with Abortion Pills (Podcast)
Conservatives are running a multi-layered campaign to try and ban abortion pills entirely. The post The Anti-Choice Movement’s Obsession with Abortion Pills (Podcast) appeared first on Rewire News Gro
The (non-)partisan puzzle in the conversion therapy case
Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do not reflect the official opinions of SCOTUSblog. In Chiles v. Salazar, the Supreme Court held that […] The
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Shares Her Mindset On Recovery, Growth, And Los Angeles 2028
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has spent much of her career redefining what’s possible on the track, but her focus right now reaches beyond records and race times. In a conversation with ESSENCE, […] The p
FEMINIST 250: ‘Founding Feminists’ Public Syllabus
This curated public multimedia syllabus spans the Revolutionary era and the long afterlife of feminist resistance—from the 19th century to the present. It includes works by series authors, books and a
What cases might the court grant next?
Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily in the form of opinions and oral arguments, to provide insights into the justices’ decision making an
Op Ed: Skims CEO Emma Grede Defends Being A ‘Max 3-Hour Mom’ And I Don’t Blame Her
When rich women offer parenting advice, it usually evokes some eye-rolling from me. Because let’s be honest, sis: Although we have the same 24 hours in a day, most working […] The post Op Ed: Skims CE
ESSENCE Fest 2026 Names Mara Brock Akil, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nina Compton As Curators
The 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture is returning to form, tapping four women whose work has long shaped how Black stories are told, tasted, and remembered. Announced this week, Mara […] The post ESSE
Abortion is a Religious Freedom: Opinion
Conservative Christians tend to be the loudest anti-choice voices. But many faiths believe in—and fight for—reproductive rights. The post Abortion is a Religious Freedom: Opinion appeared first on Rew
International Soccer Star Duckens Nazon Invests In Mabï, A Caribbean Drink Built On Generational Tradition
If you grew up in a Caribbean household, you knew Mauby before you knew its name. Someone was either making it, drinking it or trying to get their hands on […] The post International Soccer Star Ducke
Domestic violence organizations turn away thousands each day. Julia was one of them.
Content warning: This story references incidents of domestic violence. On January 18, 2025, Julia Gilbert kicked her fiancé out of their shared apartment. “When the apartment door shut, I remember kn
There’s a name for secretly removing a condom during sex without consent: stealthing
“The night of my assault, I knew something horrific had happened to me. I cried myself to sleep feeling devastated, scared, confused, violated and deeply disrespected,” Emma Schwartz said during a Min
What You Should Know About Lead Contamination in Omaha, Nebraska
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Old Navy Taps Christopher John Rogers For A Limited-Edition Capsule Collection
Christopher John Rogers has officially landed at Old Navy. A new limited-edition capsule collection—led by Old Navy’s chief creative officer Zac Posen—brings the designer’s signature bold hues, intric
On Capitol Hill, survivors push for change as Congress confronts its own misconduct
They came to lobby against online sexual abuse and found lawmakers wrestling with abuse within their own ranks. For four years running, policy experts and survivor advocates with RAINN, the nation’s
“Universal” pre-K causes court to re-re-reconsider major religious precedent
The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. Since our last post, the Supreme […
Trump’s DOJ Claims Biden Administration Was Wrong to Prosecute Clinic Violence
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has released an 882-page report Tuesday about the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. The Act does just what it sounds like it would do: Makes it possible
Black Maternal Health Week Isn’t Complete Without Our Abortion Stories
Long before I understood the systemic consequences of abortion stigma on Black women and girls, I felt its harm. I had an abortion after an unintended pregnancy at 17. The […] The post Black Maternal
‘The Other Roe’ Film Shines a Light on Forgotten Abortion-Rights Case Doe v. Bolton
On June 24, 2026, we’ll reach the fourth anniversary of the Supreme Court’s infamous Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. This year, which would have been Roe’s 53rd anniversary, also c
Black Maternal Health Week: PRH in Action
Happy Black Maternal Health Week! We are celebrating the 10th year of Black Mama’s Matter Alliance hosting a week committed to the strength and resilience of Black-led perinatal, maternal, and reprodu
Op-Ed: What ‘You, Me, & Tuscany’ Is Really Saying To Black Girls
She’s wearing someone else’s lingerie when we meet her. Credit cards are nearly maxed. No real plan. Still grieving. Still becoming. And somehow, against every unspoken rule about who deserves […] The
The Cost Of “Polish”: How Workplace Standards Penalize Black Women
When Coco Gauff appeared in Miu Miu’s latest campaign sitting on a tennis court with natural hair, sporting a red polo, and touting a brown leather bag, the internet split in two. […] The post The Cos
Guttmacher Statement at the 59th Session of the UN Commission on Population and Development
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Elaine Welteroth’s Look Optic Collab Is A Love Letter To Black Women
In a cultural moment where visibility feels both powerful and precarious, Elaine Welteroth is reframing what it means to be seen. Her latest collaboration with LOOK OPTIC—is more than a […] The post E
Court Reform Is the Only Real Exit from Today’s Political Hellscape
Opinion: The problem starts and ends with Democrats' unwillingness to wield their power and money—whether they want to admit it or not. The post Court Reform Is the Only Real Exit from Today’s Politic
Black Maternal Mortality Is A Financial Crisis. And The Threats Are Getting Worse
Consider what is actually lost when a Black mother dies. Almost four out of five Black mothers serve as the sole or co-breadwinner for their families. More than half are […] The post Black Maternal Mo
They served their prison time. Then came deportation.
JJ had a five-year plan to turn his life around. After being released from prison in 2022, he completed an 18-month job training program with the Los Angeles-based organization Homeboy Industries and
Black Feminist Visionary Beverly Guy-Sheftall to Discuss New Book ‘Black! Feminist! Free!’ @ LA Ms. Mag HQ, April 23
A leading voice in Black feminist scholarship will take center stage in Beverly Hills later this month, as Beverly Guy-Sheftall joins professor and dean emerita Bonnie Thornton Dill for a public conve
This Phoenix Dad, Husband and Doctor Just Helped Change Abortion Rules in Arizona
What kind of man would sue the state of Arizona on behalf of the women here? Dr. Paul Isaacson. Thanks to his recent win court (with legal lead the Center for Reproductive Rights), women in Arizona ar
Obio Jones Shares Testicular Cancer Journey And Urges Men To Prioritize Their Check-Ups
Lifestyle influencer Obio Jones is using his life-threatening cancer diagnosis as an opportunity to educate and empower others. Jones has testicular cancer. The 33-year-old content creator turned digi
How 10th Overall Pick Raven Johnson Got Ready For The WNBA Draft
Last night, Raven Johnson went 10th overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft with Indiana Fever selecting her to join their new roster. A point guard since 2021, she has been […] The post How 10th Overall Pick
Colorado Marijuana Regulators Pledge Crackdown on Intoxicating Hemp
The post Colorado Marijuana Regulators Pledge Crackdown on Intoxicating Hemp appeared first on ProPublica .
Attacks on Gender-Affirming Care & Abortion: The Same Tactics Used to Ban Life-Saving Care
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Should I try cold plunging?
This is the second installment of Deinfluencing Month, a series in our menopause newsletter where we explore some of the biggest viral health trends that the algorithm is constantly promoting to peopl
How the GOP motivated these women faith leaders to run for Congress as Democrats
Sarah Trone Garriott, an ordained Lutheran minister since 2008, was invited to lead prayer at the Iowa State Capitol by her then-state senator. She started coming to the statehouse, which was only 10
DOJ report said the Biden administration unfairly targeted anti-abortion activists
The Justice Department accused the Biden administration of unfairly prosecuting anti-abortion activists the day after it fired at least four attorneys who were involved in prosecuting those cases. The
SCOTUStoday for Tuesday, April 14
Happy publication day to SCOTUSblog’s own Sarah Isgur. Her new book Last Branch Standing offers “[a] myth-busting glimpse into the inner workings of the Supreme Court.” The post SCOTUStoday for Tuesda
Cardi B’s Grow-Good Is Here To Help You Reach Your ‘Healthy Hair’ Goals
It’s Cardi B’s season. We don’t make the rules. In the middle of her Little Miss Drama world tour, and ahead of her Essence Festival performance this July, Cardi B […] The post Cardi B’s Grow-Good Is
Exclusive: CultureCon Expands With New Year-Round Platform, CultureCon Collective
CultureCon is expanding beyond its annual Brooklyn gathering with the launch of CultureCon Collective, a new platform designed to support creatives throughout the year. The move builds on the festival
Doctors Can Refuse To Treat LGBTQ+ Patients in Several States—These Religious Exemption Laws Lead to Drops in HIV Testing
The laws compound existing health-care disparities queer communities disproportionately face. The post Doctors Can Refuse To Treat LGBTQ+ Patients in Several States—These Religious Exemption Laws Lead
Grace Ladoja Makes History As The First African Woman To Design A Nike Signature Shoe
If you didn’t know Grace Ladoja before, you do now. The Nigerian creative and Homecoming Festival founder just made history as the first African woman to design a signature Nike […] The post Grace La
If You’ve Ever Said “I’m Not A Runner,” ‘Movement For All’ Was Built With You In Mind
I have never once called myself a runner. I do Orange Theory religiously, and that community feels like home. But run clubs, pace groups, and all of that has always […] The post If You’ve Ever Said “
What it’s like to go through perimenopause and menopause in prison
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Following Hill Resignations, NWLC Demands Accountability Across all Levels
WASHINGTON — Fatima Goss Graves, CEO and president of the National Women’s Law Center (NWLC) and cofounder of the TIME’S UP Legal Defense Fund, released the following statement after the resignation o
Azzi Fudd Selected No. 1 By Dallas Wings In 2026 WNBA Draft
Everybody’s favorite Huskie just became a Dallas Wing. The Dallas Wings selected Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on Monday night in New York […] The post Azzi Fudd Selected No. 1
War in the Middle East Is Devastating the Global Aid System, and Women and Girls Are Paying the Price
In the weeks since the U.S. and Israel launched an attack on Iran, the conflict in the Middle East has created massive humanitarian need while further shattering the aid system. Although a fragile cea
Hungary: New Government Needs to Restore Rule of Law
Click to expand Image Tisza supporters celebrate after Peter Magyar's victory speech in Budapest, Hungary, April 12, 2026. © 2026 Sipa via AP Images (Budapest, April 14, 2026) – Hungary’s incoming gov
Nia Long’s Favorite Estée Lauder Serum Is Like Beauty Sleep In A Bottle
This year alone, rom-coms like The Drama and You, Me & Tuscany have put Black women in the mood to find love. Or, at least for a date night. But, […] The post Nia Long’s Favorite Estée Lauder Serum Is
Kazakhstan Jails Activists for Peaceful Xinjiang Protest
Click to expand Image Special police forces in a Kazakh court on the day of the sentencing of 19 people accused of "inciting ethnic hatred." Taldykorgan, April 13, 2026. © 2026 Melirim Bakytzhanqyzy/R
Birthright citizenship: oral argument highlights
Over the last two months, we have laid out in detail our ideas about the key issues in the birthright citizenship case, Trump v. Barbara. Today, we compare our arguments […] The post Birthright citize
Inside Trump’s Effort to ‘Take Over’ the Midterm Election
In the final weeks of the 2020 election, as Donald Trump’s false claims of fraud intensified, a small group of federal officials found themselves in a windowless room at the Justice Department confron