Florida Supreme Court issues harshest abortion ban yet

Maya Sampath, News and Features Writer

April 11, 2024

On April 1, the Florida Supreme Court approved a strict six-week abortion ban to take effect after 30 days.

Following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, states were given the right to make their own laws regarding abortion access. Many Southern states including Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia have imposed a ban on all or almost all abortions.

Florida resident Anya Cook almost died after she was denied an abortion under the Sunshine State’s existing 15-week ban in 2022.

“Run, because you have no help here,” Cook said according to The Washington Post.

Prior to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ assumption of office, Florida had a reputation as a refuge for women seeking abortions throughout the South due to its limited restrictions, making the ruling even more controversial.

In a separate ruling, the Florida Supreme Court approved a potential constitutional amendment that would protect the right to an abortion. This will appear as “Amendment 4” on the November ballot and, if passed, will undo both bans.

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Maya Sampath, News and Features Writer

In her second year as a Chatterbox staff member, Maya Sampath is thrilled to work as a News and Features Writer. She aspires to continue developing her writing and researching skills as well as interact with WHHS diverse student body. Sampath also plays for the girls’ soccer team, is co-president of Model United Nations, and is Vice President of the Class of 2025 Student Council. Sampath hopes to major in political science and possibly become a lawyer. In her free time, Sampath enjoys baking and listening to artists such as Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers.

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In her third year as a Chatterbox staff member, junior Marwa Khzir is excited to work as the Managing Editor of Online Content for the Chatterbox. Marwa Khzir hopes to improve her writing while also publishing as many articles as she can for the Chatterbox. Khzir's previous journalism experience includes News Writing 1, News Writing 2 and B/W Photography. Khzir is also involved in various extracurricular activities such as a Student Ambassador, a member of StuCO 2025, and the Fundraising Head for YPC (Youth Philanthropy Council). Khzir hopes to get into Law School and be a defense attorney in the future, helping wrongfully convicted prison members with getting freedom. Khzir enjoys playing soccer with her family and a favorite pastime for her is baking goods with her mom.