Divided between two states, the town at the heart of America's abortion debate

Published: 12/22/2025
Divided between two states, the town at the heart of America's abortion debate
The town of Bristol, divided between Virginia and Tennessee, is at the center of America's abortion debate. With abortion illegal in Tennessee but legal in Virginia, the city's only clinic, Bristol Women's Health, faces challenges including a possible eviction. Anti-abortion lobbyists are using local bylaws to restrict abortion access, making Bristol a focal point in the ongoing battle over reproductive rights.