The state ban would automatically take effect if the case is overturned and prohibit all abortions except in cases of rape or to save the life of a mother.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves said Sunday that if Roe v. Wade— the Supreme Court ‘s landmark decision that guaranteed abortion rights nationwide—was overturned, he would enforce an almost complete ban on abortions that would automatically take effect in his state. Reeves’ comments come as Roe ‘s fate remains uncertain. While hearing arguments Wednesday about a Mississippi law that would ban most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, the conservative majority on the court signaled an openness to overturn Roe. During an interview on CNN Sunday, host Jake Tapper asked Reeves about a law Mississippi has on the books that would automatically ban all abortions—except in cases of rape, or to save the life of the mother—if Roe v. Wade is struck down.
