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If considerable funding rolls into the state, it could help narrow margins for Democrats, experts say, but that's a big "if."

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The Democrat made the assurance on Facebook and during an appearance at a protest on Tuesday.

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Under Texas' "trigger law," doctors who perform abortions after Roe v. Wade is overturned would face up to life in prison.

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Best known for her 13-hour filibuster against another restrictive abortion law, Davis is now suing to block enforcement of Texas’ current ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.

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The Texas ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy effectively makes abortion illegal for most pregnant people — but not for those who can afford out-of-state travel.

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The incident is a hint of what's to come as the U.S. right imposes aggressive abortion restrictions.

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Experts said women may be more likely to face such charges under the current political environment.

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Lawyers for abortion advocacy groups believe opponents may have given them an opening to challenge the law in a more friendly federal court.

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