Health

New York Governor Kathy Hochul refuses to extradite Dr. Margaret Carpenter to Louisiana for prescribing abortion pills, sparking a legal showdown over state sovereignty and reproductive rights. This high-stakes case highlights the growing tensions between restrictive abortion laws and states like New York offering sanctuary to providers in post-Roe America.

The U.S. healthcare sector, undervalued and facing reduced regulatory scrutiny under Trump’s administration, is poised for a strong rebound in 2025. Key growth areas include medical device manufacturers, while challenges persist for Medicaid insurers and PBMs. Strategas highlights this as a rare inflection point, offering long-term opportunities for investors.