Texas Attorney General Challenges Federal Teen Contraception Rule

Ken Paxton seeks to block Biden administration's mandate allowing minors to access birth control without parental consent.

Texas AG Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration over Title X contraception rules.
The lawsuit argues that the federal rule violates parental rights and defies a 2022 court ruling.
Title X allows minors to receive birth control without parental consent, but Texas requires parental permission after a court decision.
Healthcare providers report a significant drop in teens seeking contraception due to the parental consent requirement.
The case will be heard by conservative judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, who previously ruled in favor of parental consent.