Kentucky Fights Back Against ACLU Lawsuit to Strike Down Abortion Ban
On Monday morning, the first hearing in the ACLU’s latest legal challenge to Kentucky’s ProLife laws was held in Jefferson County Circuit Court, with Judge Tracey Davis presiding.
This case, filed under the pseudonym “Mary Poe,” is effectively Kentucky’s Roe case. Should Judge Davis allow this case to proceed as a class action case, it is anticipated that the ACLU will quickly file a motion to seek an injunction against Kentucky’s pro-life laws.
Assistant Attorney General Lindsey Keisner, representing Attorney General Russell Coleman’s office, delivered a thorough and compelling argument against the ACLU’s motion. Kentucky Right to Life, along with ProLife advocates from across the state, stood in prayer outside the courthouse for Mary Poe, her baby, and the ultimate victory of life.
Judge Davis did not issue a ruling Monday but scheduled an evidentiary hearing for January 3, 2025. Meanwhile, “Baby Poe,” now eight weeks along, will continue to be protected under Kentucky law. However, Mary Poe has expressed her intention to seek an abortion outside of the state should the court rule in an expeditious manner and provide her the right to terminate the life of her child.
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“We applaud Assistant AG Lindsey Keiser and the legal team for their skillful defense of Kentucky’s ProLife laws,” said Addia K. Wuchner, Executive Director of Kentucky Right to Life. “We are profoundly grateful for the prayers and support from Kentuckians and beyond. We turned to Heaven to hear our cries, and we pray that Mary Poe’s heart will turn toward choosing life for her child, Baby Poe”
Kentucky Right to Life calls upon all supporters to continue to pray for Mary Poe, Baby Poe, and the unborn across the state. Together, we remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the sanctity of life.
A Critical Hour is Upon Us
This hearing is the first step in the ACLU’s motion to request that this case be declared a class action lawsuit. If granted, this would allow “Mary Poe” to represent all pregnant Kentucky women, now and in the future, who may seek to terminate their pregnancy.
Friends, If we lose this battle, abortion facilities could reopen in Kentucky before Christmas. Over two years and so many lives saved and the abortion industry in Kentucky could be open for business again.
LifeNews Note: Addia K. Wuchner is Executive Director of Kentucky Right to Life