Idaho abortion initiative PACs raise $2.5M as Church contributes $1M
October 18, 2026 at 6:01 PM MT · via Idaho Capital Sun · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
Political action committees opposing Idaho's Proposition 1 abortion initiative have raised more than $2.5 million since the end of September, driven by major donations including the Church's announced $1 million contribution. The spending reflects intense institutional and organizational mobilization ahead of the November vote on reproductive rights.
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