Morning Wire Men in Women’s Sports: The Supreme Court to Decide
Jan 11, 2026
Kristen Wagner, President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, joins Madison Kenyon, a young athlete, to discuss crucial Supreme Court cases on women's sports. They explore the implications of states' rights to protect female athletics and share personal experiences of unfair competition against male athletes. Wagner emphasizes the biological differences that affect fairness and the psychological impacts on competitors. With over 27 states backing girls' sports protections, they highlight the urgent need for clarity in legal standards and the broader trend in litigation across the country.
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College Race That Changed Her View
- Madison Kenyon described racing a male competitor in college and feeling that the result was unfair and demoralizing.
- She said seeing a taller male on the podium made her realize no amount of effort would overcome male physical advantages.
Court Will Decide States' Authority
- Kristen Wagner argued the Supreme Court case will decide whether states can make biological distinctions in athletics.
- She said the outcome will affect women's equal opportunities, privacy, and fair play nationwide.
Title IX And Equal Protection Framing
- The legal claims include Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause challenging male participation in women's sports.
- Wagner emphasized that the questions are whether states can recognize biological differences and whether those differences matter legally.