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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at alleged ‘birth tourism’ after Supreme Court ruling

Abbott’s obsession with the matter mirrors the rhetoric of other right-wing lawmakers. However, a nonpartisan think tank said the practice is rare and overblown.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has pledged to crack down on “birth tourism” after a right-wing blog reported on a mysterious website advertising “birth packages” to foreigners wanting to have their children in the Lone Star State. The Health and Human Services Commission has since referred the matter to Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Office. “This conduct […]

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