Gov. Kim Reynolds’ allies will likely be in courtroom Friday, asking a decide to reinstitute the state’s “fetal heartbeat” legislation in gentle of the latest U.S. and Iowa Supreme Court docket choices overturning constitutional protections for abortion.
The controversial case is shifting ahead simply forward of the midterm elections, as Democrats work to capitalize on most voters’ reluctance to see tighter abortion restrictions.
The Republican governor seeks to reverse a 2019 Iowa Supreme Court docket resolution in Deliberate Parenthood of the Heartland v. Reynolds. The earlier resolution blocked enforcement of a state legislation that might make most abortions unlawful after a fetal heartbeat is detected, which happens roughly six weeks after conception. The legislation has exceptions for rape, incest and to avoid wasting the lifetime of the mom.
The Alliance Defending Freedom, a conservative Christian authorized advocacy group, is representing Reynolds within the courtroom case. Attorneys with the group stated the state and federal Supreme Court docket choices discovering abortion entry was not a constitutionally protected proper have modified the legislation “so considerably” that the legislation must be allowed to take impact.
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ADF leaders will argue in Polk County District Court docket that Iowa has “the strongest doable curiosity” in imposing the legislation.
“Professional-life legal guidelines like Iowa’s fetal heartbeat legislation not solely defend the lives of numerous harmless, unborn youngsters, however additionally they defend the dignity and well being of girls — offering actual assist and well being care throughout a susceptible time,” Denise Harle, director of the ADF Heart for Life stated Thursday in a information launch. “We’re happy to assist Governor Reynolds in serving to defend Iowa’s fetal heartbeat legislation as we proceed our essential efforts selling life-affirming legal guidelines for moms and youngsters.”
Democrats declare extra abortion restrictions on the horizon
The oral arguments come simply forward of the Nov. 8 midterm elections. Democrats warned Thursday that Republicans will push for extra abortion restrictions if they preserve management of Iowa’s state authorities.
Gubernatorial candidate Deidre DeJear speaks at an Iowa Democratic Social gathering press convention in regards to the upcoming courtroom case on abortion legislation in Iowa in Des Moines Thursday, Oct. 27. (Screenshot from Iowa Democratic Social gathering livestream)
Home Minority Chief Jennifer Konfrst stated throughout a information convention that Republicans “received’t cease” on the six-week ban if the injunction is lifted. Some Republican legislators within the Iowa Home voted towards exceptions within the fetal heartbeat legislation, she stated, along with voting towards contraception entry.
“We have now these votes, we all know what they need to do,” Konfrst stated. “So what occurs on this listening to is the first step on the highway to a complete abortion ban, and it’s merely unacceptable.”
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Reynolds didn’t reconvene the Legislature for a particular session to move additional abortion restrictions after the courtroom choices. Whereas some states have already enacted extra abortion restrictions for the reason that courtroom overturned Roe v. Wade this summer season, Reynolds has caught to courtroom challenges for legal guidelines already handed in Iowa to limit entry to the process.
However Democrat Deidre DeJear, who’s difficult Reynolds within the November election, stated the governor is “inflicting girls hurt” by bringing the abortion instances to courtroom.
“I would like individuals to know that she is chargeable for the place we’re in these moments,” DeJear stated. “The truth that she is pushing laws that doesn’t elevate Iowans up, the truth that she’s pushing laws that doesn’t add worth to our communities however causes hurt.”
Reynolds didn’t make clear throughout a latest debate whether or not she would assist additional restrictions on abortion sooner or later. She stated she is targeted on the courtroom instances this 12 months.
“When it’s going by means of the courts, I’m not going to weigh in both manner,” Reynolds stated. “However my purpose is to guarantee that we make the legislation that’s on the books.”
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One of many audio system on the Democrats’ information convention was a girls recognized solely as Clara, who stated she misplaced her little one when she was 5-and-a-half-months pregnant. Docs carried out a Caesarian part in an try to avoid wasting her and the fetus from a bacterial an infection which was inflicting her organs to fail. Whereas she recovered after a five-day coma, the infant didn’t survive.
Docs advised her later that if she was to change into pregnant once more, she could be at excessive threat of each dropping the kid she carried, in addition to dropping her personal life.
“If I grew to become pregnant tomorrow, I’d require an abortion to be able to safeguard my life,” she stated.
DeJear thanked the girl for sharing her story, and stated it illustrated how Republicans’ “black and white” view of abortions doesn’t account for the medical issues current in lots of conditions through which individuals search abortions. Laws proscribing abortion may stop girls from receiving care that might save their lives, she stated.
“That is life and dying for Iowans, who’re hardworking individuals, who’ve established households, who’ve youngsters,” DeJear stated.
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The gubernatorial candidate additionally stated that the majority Iowans don’t assist abortion restrictions. An October Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Ballot discovered 61% of Iowans say abortion must be authorized in most or all instances. The ballot additionally discovered 85% of Iowans imagine abortion must be authorized in instances of rape or incest, and 89% imagine abortion must be authorized if the pregnant particular person’s life is at risk.
Former Iowa Hawkeyes star George Kittle is in the midst of what has to be the most trying season of his NFL career.
Kittle’s San Francisco 49ers—who were Super Bowl contenders heading into 2024—fell to just 5-6 with their loss to the Green Bay Packer this past Sunday, further hindering their playoff chances.
However, the tight end is not giving up hope in the midst of severe adversity.
“My optimism is not broken by any means,” Kittle told reporters. “We still have a lot of very talented players. We will get some guys back. And I still have full trust in the coaching staff to put our guys in position to make plays, and I got no worry about that. But definitely an uphill grind, and going to see what we’re made of, which I’m looking forward to.”
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You have to love Kittle’s fighting spirit, but it seems hard to imagine the 49ers righting the ship in their current predicament.
San Francisco is dealing with a plethora of injury issues up and down the roster, which includes quarterback Brock Purdy, who missed the Packers game with a shoulder problem.
Kittle himself had a strong performance in Week 12, logging six catches for 82 yards and a touchdown. He has also been his usual impressive self overall this season, totaling 49 receptions for 642 yards and eight scores in nine appearances.
But not even Kittle can save the Niners from all of their current troubles.
The 49ers will face the Buffalo Bills in a matchup that could ultimately decide their playoff fate this Sunday.
No. 17 Iowa State goes into its home game against Kansas State on Saturday night as one of the Big 12 teams with the highest probability of making it to the conference championship game next week.
That calculation comes from conference officials putting pencil to paper to figure out all the scenarios that could unfold on the final weekend of the regular season.
Cyclones coach Matt Campbell said his team just needs to worry about itself and not the myriad of possibilities that could determine the matchup for next week’s Big 12 title game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“To me,” he said, “all that other stuff is wasted time, effort and energy.”
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If the Cyclones (9-2, 6-2, No. 18 CFP) beat the Wildcats (8-3, 5-3, No. 24 CFP), they probably would be in. Arizona State would be the likely opponent if the Sun Devils win at Arizona.
So much would have to align for the Wildcats to advance — starting with beating Iowa State — that coach Chris Klieman said he didn’t plan to address the possibilities with his players. He said he wouldn’t have to anyway.
“The kids know,” he said.
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arizona State Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Manhattan, Kan. Credit: AP/Charlie Riedel
Going for 10
The Cyclones are trying to become the first team in the program’s 133-year history to win 10 regular-season games. Wildcats’ tight end Will Swanson said he wasn’t aware of the 10-win milestone until a reporter told him. He indicated he and his teammates would like to keep the Cyclones from achieving it.
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“I’ll probably have to mention that,” he said, laughing.
Up and running
K-State quarterback Avery Johnson appears to be back to his old self. The staff tried to reduce his rushing attempts after he was injured Oct. 12 at Colorado. There were no limitations on him in last week’s 41-15 win over Cincinnati. He ran 10 times for 70 yards, including a 33-yard burst and a 21-yard touchdown.
“People saw when he’s healthy, we’re really good on offense,” Klieman said.
Cold, but no snow
Temperatures are expected to be in the teens in Ames, but no snow is in the forecast. Heavy snow fell during last year’s game in Manhattan, Kansas. Abu Sama III ran for 276 yards and three touchdowns and the Cyclones’ defense made a fourth-down stop in the final minute to preserve a 42-35 victory.
“I just remember the snow and Abu running wild,” ISU receiver Jayden Higgins said. “There definitely was a lot of snow on the field.”
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K-State’s Swanson said the game reminded him of a backyard football game but that it “panned out terribly.”
“Some spots there were 6 inches of snow,” he said. “I remember I caught a ball and I got tackled. I was face-first in the ground and had a pound of snow between my face and my facemask.”
Injury update
Klieman said RB Dylan Edwards could return against the Cyclones after sustaining a no-contact leg injury two weeks ago against Arizona State.
Campbell said S Drew Surges will be available and DT J.R. Singleton and TE Ben Brahmer are on track to play.
Colorado Buffaloes (5-1) vs. Iowa State Cyclones (4-1)
Lahaina, Hawaii; Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. EST
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BOTTOM LINE: Colorado and No. 5 Iowa State play at Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina, Hawaii.
The Cyclones are 4-1 in non-conference play. Iowa State ranks fifth in the Big 12 with 41.2 points per game in the paint led by Keshon Gilbert averaging 9.2.
The Buffaloes are 5-1 in non-conference play. Colorado ranks fifth in the Big 12 shooting 39.3% from 3-point range.
Iowa State makes 49.0% of its shots from the field this season, which is 8.2 percentage points higher than Colorado has allowed to its opponents (40.8%). Colorado averages 13.9 more points per game (77.7) than Iowa State gives up (63.8).
The matchup Wednesday is the first meeting of the season for the two teams in conference play.
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TOP PERFORMERS: Gilbert is scoring 16.8 points per game with 2.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists for the Cyclones.
Elijah Malone is averaging 14.3 points for the Buffaloes.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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