P. Parenthood Sues to 'Protect Abortion Access' in Ohio

Planned Parenthood is suing the state of Ohio to "protect abortion access." The lawsuit, filed Sunday in federal court, claims that Ohio politicians are attempting to ban abortion in the state.

"Politicians in Ohio will stop at nothing to ban abortion in all cases in our state. Today, we're asking a federal court to prevent the state from this plainly political attempt to restrict women's access to safe and legal abortion," Stephanie Kight, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio, said.

The lawsuit comes after Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine said Friday that an investigation by his office revealed that Planned Parenthood, or its partners, dispose of aborted fetal parts in landfills.

Planned Parenthood denies the claims.

"This sudden and targeted treatment is no doubt motivated by his animus to a woman's right to safe and legal abortion and to Planned Parenthood in particular," the abortion provider says in the lawsuit.

Ohio Gov. John Kasich, a Republican presidential candidate, stands behind the investigation.

"The attorney general has done thorough work and his findings are disturbing," Kasich said in a statement. "I've tasked the Ohio Department of Health to work with the attorney general to take appropriate legal action."

"This investigation shows the need for further work with the Ohio General Assembly to rein in Planned Parenthood, while continuing to ensure access to vital health care services for women," he said.