Lee Budner
ON THE RECORD · 8 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“Meanwhile, Ms. West continues to assert baseless claims for custody of Rumi, in violation of multiple courts orders out of both Alaska and California,”
Lee Budner · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
Budner accused West of pursuing custody in violation of court orders.
“We look forward to quickly defeating those claims as Rumi’s parents continue to focus on his health and safety above all else.”
Lee Budner · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
Budner said the parents expect to defeat West's custody claims.
“My clients immediately provided consent for the surgery to occur at the hospital’s earliest availability,”
Lee Budner · said 2026-08-17 · reported 2026-08-21
Budner said the intended parents consented to the baby's surgery once he was deemed eligible.
“remains critical and complex.”
Lee Budner · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-21
Budner described the baby's condition after surgery.
“Our clients’ only focus at this time is ensuring that their baby receives the medical care that he vitally needs and that they, as his parents, are able to spend every precious moment they can with him,”
Lee Budner · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-13
In a statement to The Texas Tribune, the couple's attorney addressed their focus on the baby's medical care.
“is now in their physical custody while he receives expert medical care at a tertiary care center.”
Lee Budner · said 2026-08-12 · reported 2026-08-12
Budner said the child is in the parents' physical custody while receiving expert medical care at a tertiary care center.
“As if the heartbreak of his condition were not enough, they are devastated to see their family tragedy transformed into political theater by the Texas Attorney General's office and McKenna West.”
Lee Budner · said 2026-08-12 · reported 2026-08-12
Budner's statement said the parents are devastated to see their family tragedy turned into political theater by the Texas Attorney General's office and McKenna West.
“Right now, our clients are continuing to place their baby's health and well-being first, following the advice of the baby's medical team, as they always have and just as any loving parent would,”
Lee Budner · said 2026-08-12 · reported 2026-08-12
Budner's statement said the parents are prioritizing their baby's health and following the medical team's advice.