Judge blocks Florida officials from threatening TV stations over abortion rights ads

A federal judge has extended a temporary order preventing Florida health officials from threatening TV stations that air abortion rights ads. This decision supports the group promoting a ballot measure to add abortion rights to the state constitution. The judge's ruling follows a letter from state officials claiming the ads were false and dangerous, warning broadcasters of potential criminal prosecution. The ads feature a woman discussing the impact of Florida's strict abortion law on her cancer treatment. The ongoing legal battle highlights tensions between abortion rights advocates and Florida's Republican administration, which is actively campaigning against the proposed amendment. If passed, the amendment would allow abortions until fetal viability, overriding the current six-week ban.