Rep. August Pfluger, the Texas Republican who chairs the Republican Study Committee, has said the WNBA's formal response to congressional concerns over Caitlin Clark's treatment "falls short," and warned that lawmakers are keeping "every option on the table" as they continue to press the league for answers. The dispute centres on player safety and how the league has handled incidents involving Clark, one of the WNBA's most high-profile stars, whose treatment on court has become a politically charged talking point in Washington.

Pfluger had previously sent a congressional letter questioning the WNBA's handling of the matter, prompting WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to send a formal written response to lawmakers. Pfluger's comments suggest that response has not satisfied his committee, though the article does not detail Engelbert's specific reply or what further congressional action might follow.