Catholic group demands Massachusetts governor be excommunicated over abortion law

A leading Catholic advocacy group is calling on Massachusetts bishops to excommunicate Gov. Maura Healey after the Democrat signed legislation removing restrictions on late-term abortions, allowing for abortions up until birth. Healey, a Catholic, signed the "Prioritizing Patient Access to Care Act" on Aug. 10. The measure gives physicians greater judgment in determining whether to perform late-term abortions without facing legal penalties. Previously, Massachusetts permitted abortions after 24