The United States is waiting for the Supreme Court to make a final decision on whether or not to strike down the 1973 Roe v Wade case, which gave women the constitutional right to abortion. A leaked draft opinion showing the court's plans has ignited fury and support across the United States. In recent months, Republican-controlled states have taken steps to restrict abortion rights -- with some seeking an outright ban of the procedure without any exceptions. Overturning Roe v Wade would grant them greater freedom to enact their policies.