New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her fears of a national ban on abortion during an interview on CBS News’ “Face the Nation” on April 16, 2023. She stated that such a ban would be detrimental to women’s health and rights, and that it would also disproportionately affect low-income and minority communities.

Governor Grisham also commented on the ongoing controversy surrounding the restriction of mifepristone, a medication used for early abortion. She warned that if courts uphold this restriction, a national abortion ban “and more” could be coming.

These fears come amidst a larger nationwide debate over abortion rights, with several states passing restrictive abortion laws in recent years. Many activists and lawmakers are fighting to protect women’s reproductive rights and ensure access to safe and legal abortion procedures.

The potential national ban on abortion would have significant implications for women’s health, as many would be forced to seek unsafe and illegal abortions or carry unwanted pregnancies to term. It would also further perpetuate socio-economic and racial inequalities, with marginalized communities being hit hardest.

Governor Grisham’s comments serve as a warning to lawmakers and activists alike, to continue fighting for women’s reproductive rights and opposing any attempts to restrict them.