GOP rep demands answers after UNC Charlotte hosts abortion-support training for teens as young as 14 Rep. Mark Harris has written to UNC-Charlotte Chancellor Sharon Gaber demanding transparency regarding a training event for abortion support doulas open to individuals as young as 14. The Republican congressman expressed concern over the use of public resources and the university’s priorities in allowing such an event on campus. A UNC-Charlotte spokesperson stated the event was not university-sponsored and used no university funds, being organized by a registered student group.

• Rep. Mark Harris is seeking answers from UNC-Charlotte about an abortion support doula training for individuals aged 14-24.
• The training was reportedly organized by the Youth Abortion Support Collective, affiliated with Advocates for Youth.
• Harris questioned the use of taxpayer funds, facilities, and administrative resources for the event, deeming it inappropriate for minors on a public campus.
• He demanded disclosure on who approved the space, whether university employees were involved, and if similar events are planned.
• A UNC-Charlotte spokesperson clarified that the event was not university-sponsored and no university funds were used, emphasizing it was organized by a registered student group.