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Analysts Caution Trump May Intervene Over Caitlin Clark’s Rough WNBA Treatment

The WNBA maintains that aggressive defenses target no single player despite mounting calls for a federal probe.

Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) walks on to the court during the second half against the Dallas Wings at the American Airlines Center
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Overview

  • A Wall Street Journal op-ed argued that Caitlin Clark’s frequent fouling and physical play may violate her civil rights and urged Washington to consider oversight.
  • Stephen A. Smith said he has sources indicating President Trump is watching Clark’s treatment and could intervene if his base rallies around her.
  • No formal inquiry or government action has been announced even as political commentators spotlight the controversy.
  • WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert stated that rough play is common to all athletes and not uniquely directed at Clark.
  • High-visibility incidents such as being pushed to the ground by Marina Mabrey and scratched by Jacy Sheldon have intensified scrutiny of player conduct.