A CNN panel debate escalated over claims that Republican ads on transgender issues swayed voters.

During a recent CNN panel, a discussion about Vice President Kamala Harris's election loss escalated when Shermichael Singleton claimed that Republican ads on the transgender debate effectively swayed voters. Jay Michaelson accused Singleton of transphobia, leading to a heated exchange moderated by host Abby Phillip. The debate focused on transgender athletes in sports, with Singleton arguing that concerns over this issue contributed to Harris's loss, while Michaelson defended transgender rights.