Summary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that eight people were arrested for allegedly working with a Houston-area abortion provider accused of performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license. This investigation involves clinics run by Maria Rojas, who was previously indicted on multiple felony counts.
Key Facts
- Eight people were arrested in Texas for allegedly helping in illegal abortion procedures.
- Four of the arrested individuals are foreign nationals.
- The arrests are part of an investigation into clinics connected to Maria Rojas.
- Maria Rojas faced 15 felony charges earlier this year for illegal abortion activities.
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton stated the clinics put people's safety at risk.
- The arrested individuals are accused of helping to run unlicensed clinics in Houston.
- Texas has strict laws regarding abortion procedures.
