Lawyer resigns after pressure over abortion pill defense

Hilary Perkins, a conservative lawyer, resigned from her position as chief counsel at the Food and Drug Administration after pressure from Senator Josh Hawley. She had defended the Biden administration's stance on the abortion pill, mifepristone. Perkins, who was hired under President Trump, faced criticism for her legal work supporting the abortion pill's availability. Her resignation highlights ongoing tensions regarding the roles of civil servant attorneys in government. Perkins stated that Hawley's accusations against her were false and emphasized her commitment to her role as a career attorney. The situation raises concerns about the impact of political pressures on government legal professionals.