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The FACE Act was enacted to protect reproductive health clinics − here’s why its history matters today

In August 2021, Matthew Connolly barricaded himself in a Planned Parenthood bathroom, forcing an evacuation, as reported by nurse practitioner Phebe Brandt, who described the situation as "very scary" due to uncertainty about Connolly's intentions.
Federal prosecutors filed a lawsuit against Connolly under the FACE Act, which prohibits threats and obstruction to reproductive health care, aiming to deter future disruptions.
The Trump administration recently altered the enforcement of the FACE Act, stating it will only enforce violations in cases of death or serious property damage, which has led to the dropping of several pending cases, including Connolly's.
Abortion-rights advocates express concern that the changes promote disruptions at clinics, with Brandt stating that the new policy "tells them that there will be no consequences" for disruptive actions.

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