The war on women’s healthcare just got real, and the Bay Area is feeling the burn. Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, the largest affiliate serving Northern and Central California, is shutting down five crucial clinics - including one in South San Francisco - due to devastating federal funding cuts.

A Brutal Budget Blow

What looks like a bureaucratic nightmare is actually a direct attack on low-income women’s fundamental right to healthcare. With $300 million stripped from Medicaid funding, these clinics can’t keep their doors open. Andrew Adams from Planned Parenthood Mar Monte bluntly stated, “We can’t keep our doors open if we continue doing that”.

More Than Just Abortions

Contrary to popular misconception, abortions represent only 10% of Planned Parenthood’s services. The majority of their work involves primary care checkups, contraceptive care, STD testing, and cancer screenings. These closures mean vulnerable populations will lose critical health resources.

California Fights Back

Governor Gavin Newsom isn’t taking this lying down. His office fired back that Trump’s “pro-life” stance apparently doesn’t extend to women needing essential healthcare. California is working to protect access to care, but the budget environment remains challenging.

The harsh reality? These funding cuts will disproportionately impact low-income communities, leaving thousands without accessible healthcare options. This isn’t just policy - it’s a direct assault on reproductive rights.