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Catholic Charity Sues Michigan Over Religious Contract Denial
A Catholic nonprofit in Michigan is suing the state after losing its federal-funded contract for women’s substance abuse treatment, claiming the state targeted them for religious reasons—specifically, their refusal to offer abortion referrals or contraceptives. This isn’t the first time the group has faced legal action over religious objections; a similar dispute arose in 2019 over foster care services. The lawsuit alleges Michigan officials crafted new policies to force disclosure of religious service limitations, leading to the contract’s termination just months after a meeting about core…
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