Late-Term Abortions May Be Hidden in Minnesota Data Gaps
Minnesota abortion data for 2024 omitted gestational ages for hundreds of babies, raising concerns about late-term abortions and limiting pro-life oversight.
ST. PAUL — Minnesota abortion facilities failed to report the gestational age for nearly 400 babies killed in 2024, with the true number potentially exceeding 1,000, according to pro-life leaders. The state, led by Governor Tim Walz, released abortion data a full year late under a law signed by the governor, which also removed the requirement to track babies born alive during abortion procedures.
Abortion numbers continue to rise in Minnesota, with around 13,000 babies killed in 2024, and out-of-state residents increasingly traveling to the state for abortions. Cathy Blaeser of Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life called the missing data “very concerning,” suggesting it may obscure late-term abortions. She noted that repealed reporting requirements and closed clinics, like the Robbinsdale Clinic, further limit accurate tracking.
Pro-life groups are urging the reinstatement of full reporting requirements and the restoration of support for pregnancy resource centers. Blaeser emphasized that providing information and resources to women facing difficult pregnancies could reduce abortions and help women choose life-affirming options.
Previously, the UOJ reported that abortions surged 61% under Gov. Walz.
