A House judiciary hearing on Tuesday turned tense when Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, pressed Jessica Waters, a senior scholar at American University, on her stance on abortion procedures. Gill asked Waters, whose research focuses on reproductive rights law, to name her 'favorite' abortion method. Waters declined to answer, stating she advocates for patient access to reproductive healthcare.
Gill then described a 'suction abortion,' detailing how the procedure uses strong suction to remove fetal tissue. Waters responded by standing by her previous testimony. The exchange drew attention on social media, with some praising Gill for his direct questioning.
The hearing, held before the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government, underscores the ongoing debate over abortion rights in Congress. Gill has previously cosponsored legislation targeting individuals involved in harmful 'swatting' calls. Meanwhile, Texas lawmakers are considering a bipartisan bill to clarify exceptions to the state's abortion restrictions.