Surrogate denies “political theater” accusation in Texas case
By The BriefBrief
McKenna West, the surrogate at the center of a multi-state legal dispute over a baby born with a rare heart condition, denied accusations that her actions were “political theater.” She said she wanted to “set the record straight.”
WHO:McKenna West
WHAT:Denies accusations of “political theater” and says she wants to “set the record straight” in the legal dispute over the surrogate and the baby’s medical condition.
WHEN:Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Texas
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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