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Federal court blocks mailing of abortion pill mifepristone

A federal court ruling blocks mailing mifepristone and requires in-person distribution at clinics, pending appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
WHO: Federal court
WHAT: Ruling requiring mifepristone distribution only in person and at clinics, blocking mailing
WHEN: May 2, 2026 at 12:14 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The ruling is a response to regulations set by the FDA and is expected to be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court
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