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State, Federal Law Enforcers Must Tackle Abortion Drug Cartel

By The Liberty Tribune Staff

Published: 9/22/2025 · Updated: 9/22/2025 · 5 min read

A virtual drug cartel is reportedly distributing chemical abortion pills in states with strict regulations, prompting calls for federal action.

What's happening

State, Federal Law Enforcers Must Tackle Abortion Drug Cartel — The 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials serves as a critical reminder of the horrors associated with unchecked human experimentation during World War II. This milestone highlights the atrocities that led to the establishment of the 1947 Nuremberg Code, a foundational document in medical ethics that emphasizes informed consent, minimal risk, and the prohibition of exploiting vulnerable human beings. The code prioritizes the safety of all human subjects over any perceived societal benefits. Explainer Amid Review Of Deadly Abortion Drug, FDA Greenlights Copycat However, a significant flaw in U.S. regulations warrants attention: the outdated definitions in 45 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 46, which governs the protection of human subjects in research funded or conducted by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Critics argue that it is time to align this decades-old law with current scientific understanding of human embryology. While 45 CFR 46 offers baseline protections and additional safeguards for vulnerable populations, it contains misleading definitions regarding fundamental terms related to human development. For instance, the regulation defines a "fetus" as the "product of conception from implantation until delivery" and "pregnancy" as the time from implantation until delivery. Notably, it fails to define the term "embryo," which is critical since the embryonic period is when all major organs and body systems begin to form. Experts in human embryology assert that the first stage of human development begins at fertilization, not implantation. Earlier this week, reports from various media outlets claimed that the grand jury that indicted former FBI Director James Comey did not see the final indictment.

What's at stake

ABC News, The Guardian, and The New York Times all cited U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's statements in court, suggesting that only the foreperson and one other juror had reviewed the final indictment. However, the Department of Justice has since refuted these claims, stating that the official court transcript contradicts the media's interpretation. Explainer James Comey Indicted on Charges of Lying to Senate Committee In a court filing, the DOJ clarified that the grand jury did indeed review the final indictment, which included against Comey: false statements within the jurisdiction of the legislative branch and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. The confusion arose from a misinterpretation of the proceedings by the magistrate judge, who suggested that the grand jury had not seen the final version of the indictment. Mike Davis, a former law clerk, explained that the issue stemmed from an administrative correction that removed one count from the indictment after the grand jury had approved the other two counts. He emphasized that this adjustment was neither unusual nor improper. The transcript indicates that the grand jury voted on the two-count indictment, confirming that they did not reach a consensus on the first count. The DOJ's filing stated, "any assertion that the 'never voted on the two-count indictment' is contradicted by the official transcript." This assertion has led to questions about the accuracy of the initial media reports, which suggested a significant irregularity in the indictment process.

On Thursday, 22 GOP members of the Michigan House and Senate sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting that the Department of Justice (DOJ) send election monitors to oversee Michigan’s 2026 primary and general elections. The lawmakers expressed concern over the state's chief election official, Democrat Jocelyn Benson, who is running for governor and will oversee her own election results. Explainer Supreme Court Petition Challenges Michigan's Voter Roll Maintenance The GOP lawmakers highlighted the potential conflict of interest, stating, "Secretary Benson will be administering an election in which she has a direct personal stake in the outcome. 25 to obtain these records from Michigan and four other Democrat-led states, arguing that it hinders enforcement of the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) and the Help America Vote Act (HAVA). Benson contends that she is protecting citizens' private information from federal access. The lack of transparency in has raised alarms, particularly after a lawsuit from the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) claimed that Benson failed to maintain accurate voter registration lists. Such a situation risks compromising the impartiality required for fair election oversight and demands external federal scrutiny to maintain public trust." They referenced recent DOJ monitoring efforts in California and for the Nov. 4 election as a precedent for their request. Benson has faced criticism for her refusal to share Michigan’s statewide voter registration lists with federal authorities. What to watch next is whether new filings, agency actions, votes, or court decisions change the timeline—and how officials respond in the weeks ahead.

Why it matters

The coverage highlights: New Law Lets Texans Sue Abortion Drug Traffickers. The coverage highlights: 80 Years After Nuremberg Trials, Doctors Still Commit Atrocities. The coverage highlights: Media Push To Sink Comey Indictment Was Based On A Lie. The coverage highlights: Michigan GOP Urges DOJ To Monitor 2026 Election. The coverage highlights: Prepare For Doctors To Smuggle Suicide Drugs Into Red States. The coverage highlights: Ohio Doctor Suspended for Allegedly Administering Abortion Drugs to Girlfriend.

Key facts & context

2025-12-04: New Law Lets Texans Sue Abortion Drug Traffickers. 2025-11-28: 80 Years After Nuremberg Trials, Doctors Still Commit Atrocities. 2025-11-21: Media Push To Sink Comey Indictment Was Based On A Lie. 2025-11-14: Michigan GOP Urges DOJ To Monitor 2026 Election. 2025-11-14: Prepare For Doctors To Smuggle Suicide Drugs Into Red States. 2025-11-12: Ohio Doctor Suspended for Allegedly Administering Abortion Drugs to Girlfriend. 2025-11-04: Confirming Thomas Bell Could Bring Justice To The Aborted Babies. 2025-10-28: 24 State Attorneys General Support Challenge to Birthright Citizenship. 2025-10-02: Amid Review Of Deadly Abortion Drug, FDA Greenlights Copycat. 2025-10-01: Planned Parenthood Closes Major Houston Facility Amid Funding Cuts.

Timeline & key developments

Primary sources

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