Youngkin orders Virginia State Police investigation after Fairfax County Public Schools accused of funding abortions

RICHMOND, Va. (DC News Now) -- In light of recent accusations, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin directed Virginia State Police to open a criminal investigation into whether a school in Fairfax County helped minors receive "school-funded" abortions.

"I am deeply concerned with the allegations that Fairfax County Public Schools officials arranged for minors to get abortions without parental consent and may have misused public funds to pay for them," Youngkin said.

According to a news release from Youngkin's office, reports allege that school employees may have arranged and paid for multiple students to have abortions without the consent of their parents. The reports also claim that school administrators were aware of the allegations and that school funding may have been used.

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Virginia State Police confirmed it had an "open and active investigation."

Fairfax County Public Schools released a statement in response, saying it plans to "fully cooperate" in the investigation, which the division acknowledged is looking into an alleged incident or alleged incidents that date back to 2021.

"We remain focused on preparations for the start of the school year -- with a focus on academic excellence and opportunity for each and every student in a safe and welcoming environment,” the statement concludes.