Dallas, TX – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton delivered a powerful message to the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Thursday, reaffirming his unyielding commitment to preserving women’s sports for biological females and signaling close scrutiny of the league’s treatment of free speech advocates.
Paxton, a staunch defender of common sense and American values, attended the Indiana Fever vs. Dallas Wings game at American Airlines Center alongside his daughter, Mattie, both proudly sporting XX-XY shirts. Their presence underscored a vital rally held outside the arena, where women’s sports advocates gathered to champion sex-based competition – a principle increasingly under fire from radical left ideologies.
When questioned about the WNBA’s recent conduct, especially concerning supporters of Phoenix Mercury star Sophie Cunningham, Paxton offered a measured response but left no doubt about his core convictions. “Look, I think they’re working on it,” Paxton told Fox News Digital, adding, “I have concerns... but I’m hopeful that things are getting better in that regard.” This statement, while hopeful, comes with a clear Texas-sized warning that his office is watching.
Indeed, Paxton confirmed his team is actively “looking at” incidents where Cunningham’s supporters faced unfair treatment, emphasizing, “We wanna make sure that they are treated fairly.” This isn't just a casual observation; it’s a notice from one of the nation’s most effective conservative legal minds.
The Attorney General’s remarks follow a series of unsettling events at WNBA games. Most notably, the league was forced to admit that its security personnel were unequivocally wrong to instruct a mother and daughter to cover their XX-XY shirts at an Atlanta Dream game. “This should not have happened,” the WNBA conceded – a rare acknowledgement forced by public outrage and the undeniable truth.
Yet, while the league offers belated apologies for silencing dissenting voices, Paxton remains resolute on the fundamental issue. “In Texas, we know what we’ve passed,” he declared. “We have laws here that protect against men in women’s sports and boys in girls’ sports, and it’s pretty important to, I think, the people of Texas.” The Lone Star State, under Paxton’s leadership, demands fairness and integrity where it matters most: protecting young women’s opportunities.
Texas law is clear: public school and college athletes must compete based on biological sex. And Paxton isn’t merely waiting for the WNBA to comply; he’s proactively taken on entities like the NCAA with a lawsuit to safeguard women’s sports from deceptive practices.
Paxton reserved high praise for Sophie Cunningham, whose public stance against biological males in women’s sports has inspired the very rallies he attended. “Look, I admire her,” Paxton said, commending her “tremendous courage.” He added, “It’s what we need in our country, more courage, standing up for what is right, and actually standing up for young women that want the opportunity to compete in sports.”
Cunningham’s courage stands in stark contrast to the league’s often muddled messaging. “Obviously, we have these policies where men compete against women, which makes it very difficult for these women to compete in sports,” Paxton observed, highlighting the common sense that seems to elude many in the woke establishment.
The absurdity of the situation was further illuminated by the announcements from former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White, both declaring their intent to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft. Paxton didn’t mince words, stating, “Look, it highlights the crazy insanity of this whole transgender movement.” He recognized their actions for what they are: a powerful challenge to the “ludicrousness of what the WNBA is promoting here.”
The fight for women’s sports isn’t just theoretical; it’s personal. Brooke Slusser, a former San Jose State volleyball player, joined Paxton’s rally. Her harrowing experience of being forced to share intimate living spaces with a biological male teammate without her knowledge is a chilling testament to the dangers of radical gender ideology. “Fighting against, you know, a young woman that’s supposedly have to live with a man, and it’s ridiculous and ludicrous,” Paxton stated, praising her family’s stand against such an appalling violation of privacy and dignity.
Paxton’s appearance in Dallas underscores his broader mission as he campaigns for the U.S. Senate, having decisively defeated a four-term incumbent in the Republican runoff with President Trump’s endorsement. His record as Attorney General, marked by aggressive defense of Texas’s sex-based competition laws and lawsuits against organizations like the NCAA, positions him as a leading national voice in the fight to protect women’s sports.
From securing compliance agreements with school districts to investigating national athletic associations, Paxton has consistently proven his commitment to this critical issue. He represents the growing chorus of athletes, parents, and advocacy groups who refuse to let biological reality be erased by ideological agendas.
The WNBA’s recent disciplinary action against a Seattle Storm co-owner for allegedly accosting teenage girls holding pro-Cunningham signs, and its admission of error in Atlanta, are small victories for common sense. But they are a direct result of courageous individuals like Cunningham, the Slusser family, and leaders like Ken Paxton who dare to speak truth to power. This is more than just a sports debate; it’s a battle for fairness, for fundamental biology, and for the future of American women’s achievements, ensuring their opportunities are not sacrificed on the altar of radical progressive dogma. Texas, under Paxton’s vigilant eye, will continue to lead the charge for integrity and accountability.
