Montana Supreme Court Blocks 2023 Abortion Restrictions Amid Lawsuits
October 9, 2024
Montana’s Supreme Court upheld blocks on 2023 abortion restrictions while litigation proceeds, citing privacy rights.
Montana’s Supreme Court upheld blocks on 2023 abortion restrictions while litigation proceeds, citing privacy rights.
This story is published by agreement with The Associated Press. It may not be republished without the express permission of The Associated Press. In a heated September debate, Montana GOP Senate hopeful Tim Sheehy targeted Democratic Senator Jon Tester over “eating lobbyist steak” during Sheehy’s military service in Afghanistan. However,
Cascade County’s Rae Grulkowski claimed 11% of her primary votes were from Democrats, citing a national GOP infiltration.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s refusal to block the MATS rule impacts Colstrip’s future, pressuring owners on costly upgrades.
Supporters of abortion-rights ballot measures have amassed almost eight times the funding compared to opponents for the November elections. However, this financial edge might not translate into decisive gains in Florida, the priciest battleground among the nine states with measures to enshrine abortion rights into constitutions. Analysis by Open Secrets
When asked about his comments on the Crow Indians, U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy claimed tapes were “chopped up” to depict him negatively. However, a full review showed no signs of manipulation, revealing similar disparaging remarks in multiple events.
Montana voters will decide on amendments to change primary and general election systems, aiming to reduce partisanship.
Biden’s student debt relief plan blocked by Missouri judge, stalling aid for millions ahead of the November election.
GREAT FALLS — Judicial forums rarely promise excitement, yet the late September forum in Great Falls, hosted by the Montana Farmers Union, proved otherwise. The four nonpartisan candidates for the Montana Supreme Court revealed how gripping their races truly are. The forum showcased candidates competing for two open seats, with
Presidential candidates Harris and Trump propose differing plans to address the ongoing housing crisis before the election.
The Cascade County Detention Center housed 415 inmates on Oct. 1, exceeding its 372 capacity. Sheriff Slaughter…
Fort Peck tribal members are suing Valley County for satellite voting locations, claiming Indigenous voters lack poll access.
