Political Rewind: Federal Judge Blocks Abortion Law Similar To Georgia’s

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Set of Kenny Leon's adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing, now playing in New York, features a campaign poster promoting, "Stacey Abrams 2020".

On this edition of Political Rewind, a federal judge has blocked the Mississippi abortion bill that closely resembles Georgia’s new “fetal heartbeat” measure. It is the latest judicial action halting new state laws that severely restrict abortion. What would this mean for Georgia’s new law?

Officials say that complaints of sexual harassment in state agencies are pouring into the office are now charged with investigating the incidents. We will look at what’s led to the increase. 

Also, Stacey Abrams has been spotted in dozens of cities across the country since missing out on the governor’s mansion. Now, she is making an appearance of sorts on a prestigious New York stage.

Panelists:

Brian Robinson, Republican Strategist

Howard Franklin, Democratic Strategists

Kevin Riley, Editor, Atlanta Journal Constitution

Patricia Murphy, Columnist, Roll Call