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nicole farato here. It’s Cinco de Mayo. From the rapidly changing scenario of abortion pill mail delivery to all the outfits you missed at the Met Gala, we’ve got the news for you on Tuesday.
Telemedicine for changing abortion pills causes confusion
The Supreme Court has reinstated mail-order sales of the widely used abortion drug mifepristone, a tentative decision that gives the justices time to consider the issue.
At the drug company’s request, Justice Samuel Alito put the lower court’s restrictive ruling on hold until May 11 while the en banc court decides what the rules should be for mifepristone amid a challenge from Louisiana seeking expanded access. The Trump administration’s FDA is currently reviewing the drug’s safety. Supporters of legal abortion criticized the review as a sham and said the science behind the agency’s previous decisions was sound.
Her friend was anti-abortion. Read about one woman’s journey from medical gridlock to legal battle to overturn Arkansas’ abortion ban.
More news you need to know right now
- Increase in Republican votes: The Supreme Court has allowed a recent ruling restricting early enforcement of key parts of the Voting Rights Act, raising the possibility that Republicans will enact a new congressional map for Louisiana before the November election.
- President Trump’s shadow on local elections: A small number of Republicans resisted President Donald Trump’s policy to change the congressional map. These lawmakers now face the president’s wrath in a primary election backed by his political machine.
- Should Social Security be capped at $100,000? Social Security could face a shortage as early as 2032. If Congress does nothing, research suggests retirees will see their monthly benefits cut by 28%.
met gala 2026
Art meets fashion
Beyoncé and her family were among the many 2026 Met Gala attendees who marked the moment on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday night. The “Fashion is Art” dress code incorporates numerous interpretations of classical and contemporary art into thrilling fashion. Check out all the best looks from Rihanna to Heidi Klum to Alisa Liu and see who was named best dressed on the USA TODAY Style Meter.
sports
Hockey and hoops head to playoffs
Two major leagues are on their way to winning the championship. The second round of the NHL playoffs is in full swing, but don’t miss the big change to the overtime format. Meanwhile, the second round of the NBA Playoffs began on Monday, and the series opener between the Timberwolves and Spurs was intense due to a major injury looming before the game. And the movement doesn’t stop. The 2026 WNBA season begins Friday.
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