Planned Parenthood Federation of American ousted its president after she had served just eight months, a surprise move that came as the organization faces growing political and legal challenges to abortion rights. Planned Parenthood, which operates a network of women’s health clinics, confirmed the departure Tuesday of Leana Wen. Related Coverage Planned Parenthood Head Says Abortion Is Still Legal Despite Restrictive Laws“Dr. Wen was hired to make a big pivot for Planned Parenthood,” said Richard Ades, a spokesman for Dr. Wen. Planned Parenthood stands to lose about $60 million, or about 10% of its total federal funds under the policy change.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 16, 2019 21:44 UTC