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Louisiana AG moves to sue California, New York over abortion pill access

Louisiana seeks extradition of two doctors charged with felony abortion pill deliveries, citing constitutional obligations despite California and New York shield laws protecting providers.

  • Preparing to sue California Gov. Gavin Newsom and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Murrill says she will force extradition after both refused Louisiana's requests signed by Gov. Landry.
  • Under Louisiana law, abortions are largely criminalized and the two medications face tight restrictions, while California doctor Remy Coeytaux and New York doctor Margaret Carpenter face felony indictments for mailing abortion-inducing drugs to Louisiana residents.
  • Last month, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an arrest warrant for Dr. Remy Coeytaux, alleging he was indicted in St. Tammany Parish, and she claims around 900 abortions occur monthly despite restrictions.
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom refused to cooperate and posted `California will never help you criminalize healthcare.` Newsom later insulted Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill on X, who replied `Bless your heart`, escalating tensions.
  • Legal scholars say the interstate clash over abortion shield laws and extradition could reach the U.S. Supreme Court, with Louisiana AG Murrill pursuing federal lawsuits including one against the FDA.
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The Advocate broke the news in Baton Rouge, United States on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
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