New Mexico Court Upholds Drug-Exposed Newborn Policy

New Mexico’s top court has sided with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, upholding a controversial policy that removes drug-exposed newborns from unsafe homes — despite ACLU and lawmakers calling it unconstitutional and harmful. Since July, over 130 infants have been placed in foster care under the directive, which prioritizes child safety over parental rights. The governor defends it as lifesaving, citing past tragedies, while critics argue it’s punitive and strips parents of due process. The court declined to block the policy without explanation, leaving the state’s stance intact: safety first, legal challenges allowed later. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fe6f8a95865bfb12