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White House Defends Sophie Cunningham on Trans Athletes

8/17/2026

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said U.S. President Donald Trump follows Fever guard Sophie Cunningham and agrees with her on transgender athletes.
Sophie Cunningham reposted a TikTok video labeling undocumented immigrants illegal and using “MAGA” hashtags.
Sophie Cunningham also reshared a clip calling rap “demonic,” saying promiscuity leads to regret and calling TV propaganda.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised Sophie Cunningham for standing up for women and girls, calling the criticism ludicrous.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said U.S. President Donald Trump follows Fever guard Sophie Cunningham and agrees with her on transgender athletes.
Sophie Cunningham reposted a TikTok video labeling undocumented immigrants illegal and using “MAGA” hashtags.
Sophie Cunningham also reshared a clip calling rap “demonic,” saying promiscuity leads to regret and calling TV propaganda.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt praised Sophie Cunningham for standing up for women and girls, calling the criticism ludicrous.