Costco Wholesale Corporation, the United States' third-largest retailer, has announced it will not sell the abortion pill mifepristone at its more than 500 pharmacy locations. The company cited low demand as the reason for the decision, which followed pressure from conservative investors and a coalition of faith-based activist groups. These groups had campaigned against Costco's offering of the medication and are now targeting other major pharmacy chains such as CVS and Walgreens. The move has drawn criticism from pro-choice advocates and political figures, including Senator Patty Murray, who condemned Costco's refusal to stock the drug amid ongoing national debates over abortion access.