Immigrant teen has abortion

An immigrant teen embroiled in legal controversy had an abortion early Wednesday, the American Civil Liberties Union announced on Twitter. The 17-year-old, who has not been identified, was about 16 weeks pregnant. She entered the United States illegally in September and obtained a state order permitting an abortion a month ago. Department of Health and Human Services attorneys argued the department has a policy of “refusing to facilitate” abortions. On Monday, a federal appeals court reversed a previous ruling and cleared the way for her to terminate the baby’s life. The teen’s attorney said she could transport the teen to and from the appointment and the government would not have to pay for the abortion.