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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin pushes for 15-week abortion ban

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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Sunday threw his support behind a 15-week abortion ban following the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.

“I think this is a moment where we have to reflect on our personal beliefs, and as a pro-life governor, I have really reflected on my own faith in my beliefs,” Mr. Youngkin said on CBS’ “Face the Nation.”

The Republican governor said he supports exceptions for rape, incest and when the mother’s life is at risk.

However, Mr. Youngkin acknowledged that a split legislature would make such a ban politically difficult to pass.