Texas has sparked controversy after delaying the release of a major report on maternal deaths until after the midterm elections.
The decision has raised questions about why the report will not be made public before voters head to the polls. Critics say the delay could prevent voters from seeing important information about maternal health.
The controversy comes as new reporting examines maternal deaths in states with strict abortion restrictions. Some findings indicate that ectopic pregnancy-related deaths have increased faster in states with abortion bans.
Texas officials have yet to fully explain the timing of the release, keeping the report at the center of a growing political debate ahead of the midterms.
