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Scotus Won't Intervene In Surrogacy Custody Case
U.S. Supreme Court declines to step in for California couple's surrogacy custody battle.
In brief
U.S. Supreme Court declines to step in for California couple's surrogacy custody battle. The Supreme Court refused to intervene in a custody dispute over a 5-week-old boy with a life-threatening heart condition born to a surrogate who refused the couple's abortion request. Originally reported by ABC7 Chicago.
Supreme Court Declines Intervention
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to intervene in a custody dispute over a 5-week-old child born in Texas after a surrogate refused the couple's abortion wishes.
Surrogate Refused Abortion Request
The surrogate gave birth to the boy in Dallas, where most abortions are banned, after refusing the couple's request to end the pregnancy at 23 weeks.
Child's Heart Condition
The boy was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a life-threatening condition requiring multiple surgeries to survive.
Legal Battle Details
West sought conservatorship over the child, but multiple courts rejected her efforts to influence medical decisions for the child.
Attorney Statement
Adam Wolf, the couple's attorney, said they are grateful Rumi can continue receiving life-saving treatment without being separated from his parents.
Custody Dispute Outcome
The Supreme Court's decision allows the child to remain with the couple for ongoing medical care despite the surrogate's claims about inadequate care.
At a glance
The Supreme Court refused to intervene in a custody dispute over a 5-week-old boy with a life-threatening heart condition born to a surrogate who refused the couple's abortion request.
