Full Breakdown
Senate Candidate Scott Brown Backs Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Player’s Call to Keep Transgender Men Out of Women’s Sports
8/28/2026, 10:05:30 PM
Core Event
Former U.S. senator and New Hampshire Senate candidate Scott Brown praised Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham for publicly stating that female athletes should not be required to compete against biological men.
Background & Context
Brown’s opposition to transgender participation in women’s athletics aligns with his earlier commentary. He previously wrote an opinion piece in the Union Leader attacking the WNBA’s approach to transgender athletes. Brown also referenced his daughter Ayla’s experience as a high-scoring high-school basketball player who faced male practice players, using that personal anecdote to illustrate his view that men could displace women in competitive sports. The interview was part of the Ruthless Midterm Interview Series, which has featured candidates in 19 states ahead of the November midterms.
Official Statements & Responses
Brown’s remarks framed the debate as a defense of “conservative values” and a protection of opportunities for women athletes. Podcast co-host Josh Holmes later commended Brown, describing him as a “good man” and a “warrior” for maintaining his stance in a region where Republican candidates face electoral challenges. No response from the WNBA or from Cunningham herself was included in the interview.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I don’t miss a game when the [Indiana] Fever [are] playing,” — Scott Brown
What’s Next
Brown is seeking the Republican nomination to replace retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen. The primary is upcoming, and the general election is set for November 3. His position on transgender athletes is likely to remain a focal point of his campaign messaging as the race progresses.
