NEW : U.S. supports women 's ` ` ability to drive , '' State Department spokesman says . The Women 's Driving Campaign event on Facebook attracted many supporters . Some women who participated now face repercussions . Religious teachings have been interpreted as meaning women should n't drive .
NEW : U.S. supports women 's `` ability to drive , '' State Department official says . The Women 's Driving Campaign event on Saturday drew many supporters . Some women who participated now fear repercussions . Religious edicts have been interpreted as meaning women should n't drive .