Washington, Aug. 10 -- Rep. Chris Smith issued the following press release:
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, issued the following response to statements by McKenna West that she was pressured to abort a baby she was carrying as a surrogate after a 20-week ultrasound diagnosed a serious but treatable heart condition, and that she is currently engaged in a legal battle that will decide whether the baby receives lifesaving care when he is born:
"Ms. West has demonstrated heroic courage and love for this baby. According to reports, despite the threat of financial ruin, she refused to abort the baby boy, filed for custody, and relocated to Texas near a hospital that is equipped to begin treatment for his ...