In a much anticipated ruling, the Supreme Court has spoken, and Planned Parenthood’s days of receiving taxpayer funds via Medicaid in red states seem numbered.
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The conservative majority’s 6-3 ruling underscores a firm commitment to state’s rights and protecting the sanctity of life, reflecting a victory for American values.
This decision may empower more states to curtail Planned Parenthood’s funding, aligning with the broader conservative agenda.
On June 26, 2025, the Supreme Court’s decision bolstered South Carolina’s resolve to exclude Planned Parenthood from its Medicaid program.
The Court’s ruling stated that federal Medicaid law does not grant healthcare providers or patients the right to sue over exclusionary practices by states.
Justice Neil Gorsuch, writing for the majority, highlighted that Section 1983 allows private lawsuits only in unusual situations where statutes clearly provide an individual right.
The ruling has far-reaching implications for Medicaid patients, as it may limit their options for healthcare providers far beyond just reproductive services.
Planned Parenthood argues the decision could restrict access to preventive care for one million Medicaid beneficiaries in South Carolina alone.
Moreover, Planned Parenthood’s opponents, like South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, hailed the decision as a moral victory.
“Seven years ago, we took a stand to protect the sanctity of life and defend South Carolina’s authority and values – and today, we are finally victorious,” stated Governor McMaster.
South Carolina argues that Medicaid patients have other options available, yet many health advocates counter that several counties lack sufficient alternative healthcare services.
The decision could lead to more conservative states following suit, thus shrinking the network of providers available to low-income Americans under Medicaid.
This brings attention to Republican-led initiatives aiming to defund Planned Parenthood across the nation.
While this ruling isn’t directly about abortion, it could create a “backdoor” restriction on abortion access, as states potentially cut funding for Planned Parenthood’s non-abortion services.
The Biden administration defended the right to sue, with the Trump administration supporting South Carolina in the case.
Planned Parenthood may now need to reduce services in South Carolina, but they remain resolved to keep clinics operational even without Medicaid reimbursements.
“After all, the decision whether to let private plaintiffs enforce a new statutory right poses delicate questions of public policy. New rights for some mean new duties for others. And private enforcement actions, meritorious or not, can force governments to direct money away from public services and spend it instead on litigation. The job of resolving how best to weigh those competing costs and benefits belongs to the people’s elected representatives, not unelected judges charged with applying the law as they find it,” Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote.
This decisive ruling reveals a divide not just within the Supreme Court, but across the nation, challenging Americans to consider the best path forward in healthcare access and moral governance.
From day one, Gov. @henrymcmaster and I have stood firm in our commitment to protecting life. Life is a gift from God, and taxpayer dollars should never be used to fund abortion providers. This decision is a major victory and a powerful reflection of the values that make S.C.… https://t.co/IxrHQOUFXc
— Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette (@PamelaEvette) June 26, 2025
