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Jemele Hill Slams Riley Gaines Over 'Disgruntled Lesbians' Remark
9 Sep
Summary
- Hill criticizes Gaines for calling WNBA fans 'disgruntled lesbians'.
- Gaines, a former swimmer, is now a right-wing influencer.
- The WNBA has banned former NBA players identifying as transgender women.
Former ESPN anchor Jemele Hill has publicly criticized influencer Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer, for her recent remarks about WNBA fans. Gaines, who has become a conservative activist, referred to attendees at a WNBA game as "disgruntled lesbians" during a Fox News appearance.
Hill questioned the sincerity of Gaines' stated mission to "protect women's sports" when she allegedly disparages the sport's fanbase. Hill's own supporters agreed, with many questioning the purpose and inclusivity of Gaines' activism if neither players nor fans welcome her involvement.
In related news, the WNBA has stated that former NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White, who have claimed to now identify as transgender women, will not be permitted to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft.
