A state district judge granted the request Thursday, but the Texas Supreme Court directed the lower court to vacate its order on Monday.

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      I believe the Texas law allows citizens to sue anyone who helps her get the abortion, so conceivably an airline pilot or bus driver or a significant other who drives her, could be sued. They can’t stop it after she leaves the state, but they can retaliate against anyone who helps her.

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        11 months ago

        This stupid law has not been tested in court yet. It seems destined for the Supreme Court in the end, which I bet rules against it, because it’s awarding damages to random people who have not been damaged

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        It would be interesting if she used a major corporation. I know no non-public info but let’s say she got a flight on American Airlines.

        The Texas government suing American Airlines in a civil case(both parties have an army of lawyers and funds to defend themselves) over this would probably set legal precident.

        I don’t agree with the law, just stating that the resulting suit would be interesting to follow.