John Kirby Says Restrictive Abortion Laws Hurting Military Retention

The White House expressed concern over the impact of restrictive abortion laws in states like Alabama, emphasizing the negative effects they have on morale and U.S. military retention rates. » Sign up for our newsletter KnowThis to get the biggest stories of the day delivered straight to your inbox: https://go.nowth.is/knowthis_youtube » Subscribe to NowThis: http://go.nowth.is/News_Subscribe Alabama's GOP Sen. Tommy Tuberville has blocked approx 250 military appointments over a DOD policy that provides paid leave and travel reimbursement for military members who seek an abortion. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby revealed that he has spoken with active-duty members, who shared how restrictive abortion laws in many states are influencing their decision to continue serving in the military. Kirby highlighted the involuntary nature of military assignments, which can place personnel in states with strict abortion regulations. For more U.S. news and politics, subscribe to @NowThisNews. #Abortion #Military #Alabama #Politics #News #NowThis Connect with NowThis » Like us on Facebook: http://go.nowth.is/News_Facebook » Tweet us on Twitter: http://go.nowth.is/News_Twitter » Follow us on Instagram: http://go.nowth.is/News_Instagram » Find us on Snapchat Discover: http://go.nowth.is/News_Snapchat NowThis is your premier news outlet providing you with all the videos you need to stay up to date on all the latest in trending news. From entertainment to politics, to viral videos and breaking news stories, we’re delivering all you need to know straight to your social feeds. We live where you live. http://www.youtube.com/nowthisnews @nowthisnews