Arkansas Secretary of State faces legal dispute over abortion amendment rejection, involving medical marijuana and casino groups.

Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston's inconsistent approach to abortion rights amendment rules has led to a legal dispute, with groups supporting medical marijuana and casinos joining a lawsuit against him. Thurston's decision to reject the abortion amendment, and its potential impact on other amendments, has created a complex and contentious political landscape. The Arkansas Supreme Court is deciding whether the abortion amendment will make it to the ballot.

August 13, 2024
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