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The Trump administration proposed new rules that would severely restrict abortion access for female veterans at the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The proposed rules, which have drawn significant public comment, would ban abortions except in life-threatening situations for the mother. This restriction affects veterans who experienced sexual assault while serving, a prevalent issue within the military. Advocates argue the exception is too narrow and will endanger women's lives, citing existing abortion bans in several states. The VA claims safety concerns due to the low number of abortions performed since the Biden administration allowed them, but legal experts argue this is a violation of existing law. The proposed rules are facing opposition from Democrats and abortion rights supporters.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.