Tierry Walker family sues Ken Paxton over pregnant woman's Texas death

The family of 37-year-old Tierry Walker filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, doctors, and state officials. Walker died in December 2024 while 20 weeks pregnant after being diagnosed with severe pregnancy-induced hypertension (preeclampsia). The family claims refusal to perform an abortion cost her life. The case reflects ongoing Texas debate over abortion access following the Roe v. Wade decision.

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