¶ Overview
- Murphy expressed extreme anti-choice views that put North Carolina women at-risk. In 2023, he co-sponsored the Life at Conception Act, a near-total abortion ban that provided no protection for IVF. After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Murphy touted the decision and wrote “no one forces anyone to have sex” for which he was roundly criticized.
¶ Murphy’s Extreme Anti-Choice Views Put North Carolina Women At-Risk
¶ Murphy supported a total abortion ban that had no protections for ivf
1/20/23: Murphy Cosponsored The Life At Conception Act. [H.R. 431, “Life at Conception Act,” Introduced 1/20/23, Cosponsored 10/6/23]
- The Life At Conception Act Would Have Banned Nearly All Abortions Nationwide. According to the Washington Post, "The congressional proposal, known as the Life at Conception Act, defines a ‘human being’ to ‘include each member of the species homo sapiens at all stages of life, including the moment of fertilization or cloning, or other moment at which an individual member of the human species comes into being.’ The bill would also provide equal protection under the 14th Amendment ‘for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.’ The measure has no provisions for processes like IVF, meaning access to the procedure would not be protected. It would ban nearly all abortions nationwide." [Washington Post, 2/25/24]
- The Life At Conception Act Did Not Include A Carveout For IVF. According to the Washington Post, “The measure has no provisions for processes like IVF, meaning access to the procedure would not be protected. It would ban nearly all abortions nationwide." [Washington Post, 2/25/24]
¶ After The Supreme COurt Struck Down Roe V. Wade, Murphy Tweeted “No one FOrces Anyone To Have Sex”
June 2022: Hours After The Supreme Court Struck Down Roe V. Wade, Murphy Tweeted “No One Forces Anyone To Have Sex.” According to NC Newsline, “In the hours after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling about the constitutional right to an abortion, there have been countless reactions to the opinion on social media. But a hot take by U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy, representing parts of eastern North Carolina, raised some eyebrows: A tweet, since deleted, from the congressman’s official Twitter account on Sunday read: ‘No one forces anyone to have sex.’”
[NC Newsline, 6/28/22]
- Murphy Later Deleted The Tweet, But Raleigh’s News & Observer Called Him Out For Ignoring Data On Rape And Sexual Assault In The U.S. According to opinion published by the News & Observer Editorial Board, “It should go without saying that people do force other people to have sex, and it sometimes does result in an unwanted pregnancy. Nearly one in five women has experienced completed or attempted rape during their lifetime, according to research from the CDC. Many men are victims of rape, too. Murphy should know this, because in addition to being a congressman, he is also a doctor. He’s a urologist who attended medical school at UNC-Chapel Hill, served as chief of staff of Vidant Medical Center and has held several prominent board positions, according to the biography on his website. Maybe in a perfect world, sexual assault survivors would never have to choose whether to terminate a pregnancy because they never would have been raped in the first place. But that’s not the world we live in. Murphy’s erasure of this reality is shameful and wholly unbecoming of any public official, let alone one who purports to use his medical expertise to advocate for his constituents. Besides, it shouldn’t matter whether someone was forced to have sex or not. What a person chooses to do with their body should be just that — a choice — and they shouldn’t have to give birth unless they want to.” [Opinion – News & Observer Editorial Board, 6/30/22]
- OPINION: “NC Republican Hits A Shameful Low In Justifying Supreme Court Abortion Ruling” [Opinion – News & Observer Editorial Board, 6/30/22]
NC Newsline Highlighted Several Statistics Regarding Rape And Sexual Assault In The U.S. That Murphy Ignored. According to NC Newsline, “Rep. Murphy, who is a medical doctor, should also be aware that: One in three female victims of rape or attempted rape experienced that assault for the first time between the ages of 11 and 17. (Source: National Crime Victimization Survey) About 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys in the United States experience child sexual abuse. (Source: CDC) The majority of sexual assaults often occur at or close to the victim’s home. Fifteen percent of cases occur in an open, public place. (Source: RAINN – Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) In a 2019 study of college students at UNC-CH, more than 20% of the nearly 6,000 students who responded to a survey said they experienced sexual touching or penetration involving physical force and an inability to consent or stop what was happening. (Read more about the Association of American Universities’ (AAU) Campus Climate Survey on Sexual Assault and Sexual Misconduct here.)” [NC Newsline, 6/28/22]
- The Statistics Included That According To The NC Council For Women And Youth Involvement, Between June 2020 And June 2021 11,094 People Sought Help For Sexual Assault In North Carolina. According to NC Newsline, “The NC Council for Women and Youth Involvement (CFWYI) also compiles statistical data for domestic violence (DV) and sexual assault from their grantees. A few number from their latest data: 11,094 clients sought in person or remote help for sexual assault in North Carolina (June 2020-June 2021.) 1,297 of those clients were between the age of 0-12. 1,077 of those clients were between the age of 13-17. 368 of the clients seeking help were victims of human trafficking. The NC Council for Women and Youth Involvement reports that of the reported offenders in cases of sexual assault, only 4% of the assaults were perpetuated by strangers.” [NC Newsline, 6/28/22]
¶ Murphy Called The Overturning Of Roe V. Wade A “Momentous Day For The Pro-Life Movement”
Murphy Praised The Overturning Of Roe V. Wade And Said Roe V. Wade Was “Errantly Constructed” As An “Assault On The Unalienable Right To Life.” According to a press release from Rep. Greg Murphy, “Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization case, overturning Roe v. Wade: ‘Today is a momentous day for the pro-life movement,’ said Rep. Murphy. ‘The Supreme Court, basing their decision on the 14th Amendment, has ruled that, ‘the Constitution does not confer a right to abortion.' Roe v. Wade was errantly constructed, both as an assault on the unalienable right to life, as well as a gross violation of the 14th Amendment – overriding states' rights in the name of federal overreach. The Supreme Court's ruling is constitutionally valid, as the decision on abortion will now rightfully be returned to the American people and their elected representatives.’” [Press Release – Rep. Greg Murphy, 6/24/22]
¶ Murphy Called Planned Parenthood “Morally Reprehensible” For Providing Abortions
Murphy Called Planned Parenthood “Morally Reprehensible” For Providing Abortions. According to an interview Rep. Greg Murphy gave on Newsmax, “HOST: Yeah, you know, we can't talk about the reforms to this legislation as it relates to health care without talking about Planned Parenthood, congressman. We know that there's also some provisions that actually, for the first time defund Planned Parenthood. You might talk a little bit about that, too, before we go. MURPHY: You know, there are a couple of things that organizations like that that do some benefit for the community. But to fund abortions, I think, is morally reprehensible.” [Newsmax TV, The Record, 7/4/25] (video)
¶ Murphy pushed An anti-abortion measure that was rooted in misinformation
1/23/25: Murphy Touted His Vote For The So-Called “Born-Alive” Bill And Claimed The Legislation Was Essential For Saving Babies “Left To Die Outside The Womb.” Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “Current law does not require medical practitioners to administer lifesaving care to babies born alive after an attempted abortion. In other words, they may be left to die outside the womb. This is wrong. I voted YES on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act!” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/23/26]
- Murphy Testified On The House Floor In Favor Of The So-Called “Born-Alive” Bill, Claiming It Was “Not About Abortion” And That Babies Who Survived Abortions Were Not Properly Taken Care Of. Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “Babies who survive abortion attempts should be taken care of like any other life. As a physician, I am called to do no harm. Neglect is harm, and we must protect those who cannot defend themselves.” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/23/25] (video)
- Murphy On The So-Called “Born Alive” Bill: “The Absence Of Protections For Babies Born In Botched Abortions Is Immoral And A Stain On Our Country.” According to a press release from Rep. Greg Murphy, “Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement applauding the House of Representatives passing H.R. 21, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. ‘As a physician, it is an anathema to me that anyone would not intervene to save a human life,’ said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. ’We are called as physicians to do no harm and neglecting to aid a living being is a violation of our oath. The absence of protections for babies born in botched abortions is immoral and a stain on our country. This bill is not about abortion. It is about saving an innocent life after the cord has been cut. I proudly voted in favor of the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act to end this cruel practice of letting babies die and to stand up for the defenseless.’” [Press Release – Rep. Greg Murphy, 1/24/25]
1/11/23: Murphy Advocated For The So-Called “Born-Alive” Bill And Claimed It Needed To Pass To “Push Back Against Democrats’ Radical Abortion Agenda.” Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted,
[Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/11/23]
- KFF: “Claims Of Abortions Occurring ‘Moments Before Birth’ Or Even ‘After Birth’ Are False. These Scenarios Do Not Occur, Nor Are They Legal In The United States." According to KFF, "Claims of abortions occurring ‘moments before birth’ or even ‘after birth’ are false. These scenarios do not occur, nor are they legal in the United States." [KFF, 2/21/24]
- CNN: “It Is Already Considered Homicide In The US To Intentionally Kill An Infant That Is Born Alive.” According to CNN, “Opponents have argued that such measures restrict abortion access by threatening health care providers. It is already considered homicide in the US to intentionally kill an infant that is born alive.” [CNN, 1/12/23]
¶ Murphy Consistently received an A+ rating from the anti-choice GROUP susan b. anthony Pro-Life America
119th Congress: Murphy Touted His “A+” Rating From Anti-Abortion Organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “I am proud to have earned an A+ for 2025 on the @sbaprolife scorecard for consistently voting to protect the lives of the unborn and to stop forced taxpayer funding of abortion. As a physician and father, I will always cherish and protect life.” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/21/26]
118th Congress: Murphy Touted His “A+” Rating From Anti-Abortion Organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “I am proud to have earned an A+ on @sbaprolife ’s scorecard for my voting record in the 118th Congress. As a physician and lawmaker, I understand the preciousness of life and will never stop defending those who cannot fight for themselves.” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/19/25]
117th Congress: Murphy Touted His “A+” Rating From Anti-Abortion Organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “I am proud to have earned an A+ on @SBAList 's Pro-Life scorecard based on my legislative record on abortion and leadership in the fight to protect unborn children and their mothers. As a physician and member of @HouseGOP , I will always defend the sacred right to life!” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/19/22]
116th Congress: Murphy Received An “A+” Rating From Anti-Abortion Organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. According to the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America website,
[Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, “Scorecard,” Viewed 4/22/26]
- Murphy Said It Was An “Honor” To Receive An A Rating From Anti-Abortion Organization Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. Rep. Greg Murphy tweeted, “Even though I am unable to attend this year, it's an honor to receive an A from the @SBAList on their Pro-Life Scorecard. I'll continue to be an advocate for the unborn while serving in Congress. https://sba-list.org/representative/greg-murphy” [Twitter, @RepGregMurphy, 1/24/20]
- Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Sought To “End Abortion.” According to the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America website, “SBA Pro-Life America's mission is to end abortion by electing national leaders and advocating for laws that save lives, with a special calling to promote pro-life women leaders.” [Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America Website, “About,” Viewed 1/6/26]