Minnesota AG Ellison vows to defend travelers coming to state for abortions

(St. Paul, MN) -- Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is vowing to defend travelers who come to the state for abortions if Roe v. Wade is overturned.

Ellison said Tuesday that Minnesota will be prepared to defend patients who come to Minnesota from states that outlaw the procedure. He says he will reject extradition requests and fight other states in court if needed.

Abortion rights will be protected if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the landmark case.