However, the movement faced fierce opposition. Planned Parenthood clinics across the country experienced shootings, bombings, fires, and some employees were killed or injured. As Wattleton's time at Planned Parenthood progressed, there was a major decision by the Supreme Court, Webster v. Reproductive Health Services (1989), in which the court held that states may withhold the use of public funds for abortions.
The movement faced intense opposition, resulting in violent incidents against Planned Parenthood clinics across the country, including shootings, bombings, fires, and employee fatalities or injuries. As Wattleton's leadership continued, a landmark Supreme Court ruling significantly altered the organization's fate, enabling states to deny public funding for abortions.