Legal Battle Over Newborn’s Health Sparks Surrogacy Debate

This week, a Texas court examined a legal case involving a California couple and their surrogate regarding a newborn diagnosed with a severe heart condition. The situation has captured the attention of anti-abortion advocates, who are advocating for increased surrogacy restrictions.

The discussion about this contentious case took place between Amna Nawaz and Shefali Luthra, a reproductive health journalist for The 19th News.

Reporter Profiles:

• Amna Nawaz: Amna Nawaz serves as the co-anchor and co-managing editor for PBS News Hour. She is an experienced journalist with a focus on impactful stories. Twitter: @IAmAmnaNawaz
• Layla Quran: Layla Quran is a general assignment producer for PBS News Hour with a background in foreign affairs reporting and producing.