In his role as Secretary of Defense , Pete Hegseth is using his considerable platform to advance an extremist Christian nationalist agenda that threatens fundamental rights for both women and LGBTQ+ Americans.

For many Black women, seeking medical care means navigating a system where racial bias and unequal treatment persist—disparities that continue to undermine their health, safety, and trust in the very institutions meant to heal them. Medical apartheid, a term coined by Harriett A. Washington, refers to the systemic and historical mistreatment of Black Americans within the U.S. healthcare system, particularly through unethical medical experimentation, exclusion, and exploitatio

In a chilling new trend, tragic medical outcomes like stillbirths and miscarriages are increasingly becoming criminal cases, with devastating consequences for patients. This is fueled by more than just new laws; it’s powered by a troubling mix of legal loopholes and digital surveillance. We’re seeing prosecutors use personal data—from Google searches to period-tracking app logs—as evidence, often purchased directly from data brokers without a warrant.

Your dedication and hard work have been instrumental in our progress, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support. We are profoundly grateful for your passion for the cause, and we look forward to building and growing our collective with you.

Why do we do this work? Because we have to. The reality is that people are hurting, physically, emotionally, and financially. Remaining silent is not an option. At The Ruth Collective, we are committed to doing more than just raising awareness. We are building support systems, amplifying truth, and protecting choice. Our work is about more than policy; it is all about people.

The Trump administration announced on June 3 that it will revoke federal guidance ensuring hospitals provide emergency abortions when necessary to stabilize a patient’s health (Associated Press, 2025). The 2022 Biden-era policy was implemented after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade to clarify that hospitals must offer abortion care in medical emergencies—including cases of severe hemorrhage, organ failure, or other life-threatening complications.