Over $200k raised for doctor who performed abortion on 10-year-old rape victim

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The law, which bans abortions beyond the six week mark without expectations for cases of rape and incest, even with cases involving minors, meant the girl’s mother sought help from doctors in neighbouring Indiana. Among those to attack Dr Bernard have included Indiana Republican Attorney General Todd Rokita, who told Fox News last week that she could be investigated for violating child abuse notification or abortion reporting laws. “Many of us have experienced this in our line of work, and the ability to rise to the call despite tragedy like this is truly commendable,” wrote the 19 obstetrics and gynaecology doctors on the GoFundMe titled “Abortion Providers Supporting Dr. Caitlin Bernard.” “As a result of her doing her job, she has come under intense scrutiny and needs urgent assistance, as well as security for her family. We are starting this GoFundMe to help her pay for these expenses and ask for your help in supporting her.” As USA Today reported, healthcare provider Planned Parenthood for Great Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky announced on Friday that it would also help Dr Bernard with funding for legal fees and security.