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Season 11 · Episode 33 of 256 Aired Oct 18, 2012

Adoption Controversy: Battle over Baby Veronica

Thu, Oct 18, 2012 · 42 min
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Matt and Melanie adopted Veronica after her birth mom handpicked them to be her parents. Two years later, Veronica's biological father, Dusten, decided he wanted to raise Veronica, and Matt and Melanie were forced to hand over their daughter. Dusten, who is part Cherokee Indian, was able to reclaim his daughter pursuant to the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), which was enacted "to protect the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian tribes and families." Devastated, Matt and Melanie petitioned the United States Supreme Court to regain custody of Veronica. Should she be returned to them, or should she remain with her biological father? Dr. Phil, along with Troy Dunn, who has reunited thousands of lost loved ones on his hit TV show The Locator, delves into this controversial story. And, Chrissi Nimmo, assistant attorney general for the Cherokee Nation, and Les Marston, attorney and tribal judge, explain why they believe Veronica's father is the best person to raise her. Then, find out why Johnston, who adopted two boys who are part American Indian, says the ICWA is racist, unjust and hurts children.

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