Garnet Henderson
@garnethenderson.com
Cofounder @autonomynews.co. Investigative reporter and researcher: abortion, reproductive justice, disinformation.
Seen in The Nation, ELLE, Scientific American, WIRED, and more. Wyoming-born New Yorker.
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Garnet Henderson
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It is possible, easy even, to advocate for policies that help working families without grousing about birth rates. Anyone who can’t or won’t separate these things is showing their weird pronatalist hand
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.
As birthrates tumble, some progressives say the left needs to offer ideas and solutions
The US and other countries face aging, shrinking populations. Conservatives have shaped debate over the issue. Some liberals say it's time for progressives to weigh in.
n.pr
January 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
It is possible, easy even, to advocate for policies that help working families without grousing about birth rates. Anyone who can’t or won’t separate these things is showing their weird pronatalist hand
More on the case in yesterday's @autonomynews.co roundup:
Wyoming Abortion Bans Permanently Blocked, South Carolina Fetal Personhood Bill Is Back: January 12 News Roundup
Plus, what you missed on Autonomy News last week.
www.autonomynews.co
January 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
More on the case in yesterday's @autonomynews.co roundup:
Alternatively, watch on CSPAN where they tell you who's talking
Justices Hear Case on Idaho Transgender Ban in Sports
The Supreme Court hears oral argument in Little v. Hecox, a case about whether Idaho's ban on transgender women and girls in female sports violates the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause.
www.c-span.org
January 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Alternatively, watch on CSPAN where they tell you who's talking
Oral arguments in Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ (the trans sports ban Supreme Court cases) begin at 10am ET. I won't be covering live this time, but you can stream the arguments here:
Live Oral Argument Audio
Live Oral Argument Audio
www.supremecourt.gov
January 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Oral arguments in Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ (the trans sports ban Supreme Court cases) begin at 10am ET. I won't be covering live this time, but you can stream the arguments here:
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It will be a rough argument. All ears will be on Justice Gorsuch (he wrote Bostock v. Clayton Cty recognizing sex discrimination in Title VII included gender identity disc--but he remained silent in arguments in Skrmetti and signed onto the opinion allowing bans on minor's gender-affirming care)
January 13, 2026 at 2:31 PM
It will be a rough argument. All ears will be on Justice Gorsuch (he wrote Bostock v. Clayton Cty recognizing sex discrimination in Title VII included gender identity disc--but he remained silent in arguments in Skrmetti and signed onto the opinion allowing bans on minor's gender-affirming care)
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This morning (9CT/10ET), the Supreme Court is hearing arguments in two trans rights cases. Do bans on trans girls playing girls sports violate Title IX of the Education Amendments? Do they violate the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment? (Or are trans people protected by the EP at all?)
LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court considers whether states can ban transgender students from sports
The justices are hearing arguments Tuesday in two cases over whether the sports bans violate the Constitution or the landmark federal law known as Title IX that prohibits sex discrimination in educati...
www.pbs.org
January 13, 2026 at 2:31 PM
This morning (9CT/10ET), the Supreme Court is hearing arguments in two trans rights cases. Do bans on trans girls playing girls sports violate Title IX of the Education Amendments? Do they violate the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment? (Or are trans people protected by the EP at all?)
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January 12, 2026 at 10:17 PM
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State courts and legislatures are starting 2026 off with a bang:
Wyoming Abortion Bans Permanently Blocked, South Carolina Fetal Personhood Bill Is Back: January 12 News Roundup
Plus, what you missed on Autonomy News last week.
www.autonomynews.co
January 12, 2026 at 10:17 PM
State courts and legislatures are starting 2026 off with a bang:
Did you know that when you're a worker-owner you get to use a picture of your favorite mountain when the headline is about your home state
Wyoming Abortion Bans Permanently Blocked, South Carolina Fetal Personhood Bill Is Back: January 12 News Roundup
Plus, what you missed on Autonomy News last week.
www.autonomynews.co
January 12, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Did you know that when you're a worker-owner you get to use a picture of your favorite mountain when the headline is about your home state
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Good morning, we're in The Guardian alongside some greats
January 11, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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This is what "abuse of a corpse" charges are intended for, by the way; not as a vehicle to criminalize people for their own miscarriages or abortions
Over 100 human skulls found at home of Pennsylvania man accused of desecrating cemeteries
Authorities found the remains in Jonathan Gerlach’s basement after he was seen leaving a cemetery with a bag containing remains, according to officials and a police document.
www.nbcnews.com
January 9, 2026 at 11:03 PM
This is what "abuse of a corpse" charges are intended for, by the way; not as a vehicle to criminalize people for their own miscarriages or abortions
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January 9, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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January 9, 2026 at 4:53 PM
We are the only worker-owned outlet on this beat and we're doing accountability reporting and investigative stories you're not getting anywhere else:
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What a treat to appear alongside @marisakabas.bsky.social, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, and our friends at @404media.co who have answered approximately 1,000 questions for us.
Shoutout to @tinynewscollective.bsky.social for its essential support, without which we would not have liability insurance!
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January 9, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Well, that sure didn't take long wyofile.com/lawmakers-me...
Lawmakers met privately about shrinking Wyoming Supreme Court following abortion ruling - WyoFile
The proposal would reduce the bench from five justices to three. Ultimately, lawmakers did not take any action.
wyofile.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Well, that sure didn't take long wyofile.com/lawmakers-me...
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Independent journalism is absolutely a form of resistance, thanks to the important work of @marisakabas.bsky.social @autonomynews.co @404media.co @assignedmedia.org @boltsmag.org.
My latest in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
My latest in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
How independent journalism is a form of resistance: ‘I’m not answering to anyone’
Trump’s attacks on mainstream media have opened a window for journalists who want to operate independently
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Independent journalism is absolutely a form of resistance, thanks to the important work of @marisakabas.bsky.social @autonomynews.co @404media.co @assignedmedia.org @boltsmag.org.
My latest in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
My latest in @theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
What a treat to appear alongside @marisakabas.bsky.social, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, and our friends at @404media.co who have answered approximately 1,000 questions for us.
Shoutout to @tinynewscollective.bsky.social for its essential support, without which we would not have liability insurance!
Shoutout to @tinynewscollective.bsky.social for its essential support, without which we would not have liability insurance!
Good morning, we're in The Guardian alongside some greats
How independent journalism is a form of resistance: ‘I’m not answering to anyone’
Trump’s attacks on mainstream media have opened a window for journalists who want to operate independently
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2026 at 4:56 PM
What a treat to appear alongside @marisakabas.bsky.social, @evanurquhart.bsky.social, and our friends at @404media.co who have answered approximately 1,000 questions for us.
Shoutout to @tinynewscollective.bsky.social for its essential support, without which we would not have liability insurance!
Shoutout to @tinynewscollective.bsky.social for its essential support, without which we would not have liability insurance!
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After Minneapolis, now the ICE shooting on Christmas Eve in Maryland is getting some scrutiny from local police: “…county police confirmed The Banner’s reporting that the second person injured in the encounter was already in ICE custody, in one of the agency’s vehicles, when he was hurt.”
Anne Arundel County Police dispute ICE’s account of Glen Burnie shooting
A deadly shooting by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis on Wednesday renewed scrutiny of a violent Christmas Eve incident involving ICE agents in Glen Burnie, with Anne Arundel County ...
www.thebanner.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:46 PM
After Minneapolis, now the ICE shooting on Christmas Eve in Maryland is getting some scrutiny from local police: “…county police confirmed The Banner’s reporting that the second person injured in the encounter was already in ICE custody, in one of the agency’s vehicles, when he was hurt.”
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The pattern of errors (in the thread) have also involved people who are criminalized for their pregnancy outcomes, including at least two people who had open criminal cases at the time. It’s ok to realize, reporting on abortion laws does not mean you know how to report on criminalization in reality.
Thousands of people read this newsletter hoping to stay informed about reproductive rights, yet time and time again, there are glaring factual errors.
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
January 8, 2026 at 10:44 PM
The pattern of errors (in the thread) have also involved people who are criminalized for their pregnancy outcomes, including at least two people who had open criminal cases at the time. It’s ok to realize, reporting on abortion laws does not mean you know how to report on criminalization in reality.
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This error has since been corrected, with little fanfare, but many others have not. And because people will ask: It’s not other reporters’ jobs to flag mistakes to the proprietor, especially when they could be avoided by hiring an editor. I’m also told the owner has ignored past correction flags
January 8, 2026 at 8:28 PM
This error has since been corrected, with little fanfare, but many others have not. And because people will ask: It’s not other reporters’ jobs to flag mistakes to the proprietor, especially when they could be avoided by hiring an editor. I’m also told the owner has ignored past correction flags
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Thousands of people read this newsletter hoping to stay informed about reproductive rights, yet time and time again, there are glaring factual errors.
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
January 8, 2026 at 8:22 PM
Thousands of people read this newsletter hoping to stay informed about reproductive rights, yet time and time again, there are glaring factual errors.
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
This Alabama woman is still in prison as the linked release plainly explained. Getting to a point where folks need to double check what’s printed
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An anti-abortion prosecutor wrongfully charged a woman with fetal homicide after an alleged medication abortion. State dropped the charge, but only after news outlets published her mugshot and claimed she faced life in prison.
Beyond time to change how abortion arrests are covered @autonomynews.co
Beyond time to change how abortion arrests are covered @autonomynews.co
Journalists Need to Stop Treating Pregnancy Criminalization Like Tabloid Fodder
A recent arrest in Kentucky underscores everything news outlets get wrong when covering criminal charges after abortion and miscarriage.
www.autonomynews.co
January 8, 2026 at 12:53 AM
An anti-abortion prosecutor wrongfully charged a woman with fetal homicide after an alleged medication abortion. State dropped the charge, but only after news outlets published her mugshot and claimed she faced life in prison.
Beyond time to change how abortion arrests are covered @autonomynews.co
Beyond time to change how abortion arrests are covered @autonomynews.co
Some people will do anything other than hire a goddamn editor
January 8, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Some people will do anything other than hire a goddamn editor