Democrat Suffers Meltdown Over Royce White’s WNBA Draft Bid

A high-profile political figure has weighed in on a surprising sports story that is already sparking debate across party lines.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison recently addressed reports that former NBA player and current Republican Senate candidate Royce White intends to declare for the WNBA draft.

Ellison framed the move as more than a publicity stunt. He described it as an act that mocks members of the transgender community and serves as a deliberate distraction from larger policy failures.

“He is mocking people in our community,” Ellison stated. “A person who identifies as transgender is a valued, legitimate member of our community, who does not deserve to be mocked by the likes of Royce White.”

The attorney general did not stop at criticism of the intent. He also offered a pointed prediction about how White would fare on the court against elite women’s players.

“I wouldn’t advise Royce White to get on the court with the likes of Caitlin Clark,” Ellison said. “He’ll get embarrassed all over again. He didn’t do much in the NBA, and he won’t do nothing in the WNBA.”

Even while delivering the jab, Ellison insisted the core issue remained serious. He called the effort “disrespectful” and “cruel,” arguing it was designed to shift attention away from what he described as Republican shortcomings on prices, debt, and foreign policy.

The comments came during a Monday appearance on MS NOW’s “All In,” turning a potential sports curiosity into a political flashpoint. White’s background as a former professional basketball player and his current candidacy add layers of intrigue to the unfolding situation.

Whether the draft declaration materializes or remains rhetorical, Ellison’s remarks have already drawn sharp lines in the debate over competition, identity, and political messaging.

Observers now wait to see if White responds or if the story continues to dominate headlines in the coming days.