Trump’s pardon of violent anti-abortion activists is deeply personal for Julie Burkhart. She worked at a clinic targeted with attacks in 1991, which led to the creation of the FACE Act.
“He’s proven our fears are valid,” she says. “I hurt for the women who just need good, sound healthcare.” #Velshi
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‘Are we going to be safe in the clinics?’: women’s health providers fear attacks after Trump pardons
The 1994 Freedom of Access to Clinics (FACE) Act was signed into law following a period of violent attacks on abortion clinics -- much like the ones Julie Burkhart, Founder and President of Wellspring Health Access, has faced throughout her career. For providers like her, President Trump’s pardoning of violent anti-abortion activists sends a clear message – women’s right to care is under attack. “He’s proven our fears are valid,” she said. “I hurt for the women who just need good, sound healthcare.” » Subscribe to MSNBC: https://www.youtube.com/msnbc » Subscribe to MSNBC on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@msnbc » Subscribe to MSNBC on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/msnbc Download our new MSNBC app for the latest breaking news and daily headlines at a glance: https://www.msnbc.com/information/download-msnbc-app-n1241692 Follow MSNBC Show Blogs MaddowBlog: https://www.msnbc.com/maddowblog ReidOut Blog: https://www.msnbc.com/reidoutblog MSNBC delivers breaking news, in-depth analysis of politics headlines, as well as commentary and informed perspectives. Find video clips and segments from...
