Maltese-American US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg announced alongside his husband Chasten the birth of their adopted twins. Writing to social media, Buttigieg said that the couple are delighted to welcome Penelope Rose and Joseph August Buttigieg to their family. This follows the update last month that the couple were in the process of adoption, but they were not ready to disclose any information at that point in time.
Chasten and I are beyond thankful for all the kind wishes since first sharing the news that we’re becoming parents. We are delighted to welcome Penelope Rose and Joseph August Buttigieg to our family. pic.twitter.com/kS89gb11Ax
— Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) September 4, 2021
Joseph is named for Buttigieg’s father who was a Notre Dame professor who sadly passed away in 2019. The Washington Post reported in July that the couple had put themselves on lists to adopt any abandoned or surrendered children as they prepared to become parents. Chasten revealed how the adoption cycle is filled with frustration and hope, as some parents change their mind about putting children up for adoption and the process itself is quite tedious. The couple seems to have finally made another of their wishes come true as they welcome their new family members!
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Photo Source: Pete Buttigieg Twitter