A heated exchange erupted on CNN's 'NewsNight with Abby Phillip' when panelist Shermichael Singleton argued against boys participating in girls' sports, prompting a passionate response from fellow panelist Jay Michaelson, who accused Singleton of using transphobic language. Singleton claimed many families oppose such participation, while Michaelson insisted, 'They’re not boys!' and labeled the term a 'slur.' The discussion spiraled into chaos as host Abby Phillip attempted to regain control, emphasizing the need for respectful dialogue. Michaelson rejected the notion that there is a consensus regarding transgender identities, arguing that the debate misrepresents a small segment of the population. Singleton maintained that effective Republican ads capitalized on these sentiments to sway voters away from Democrats. This confrontation highlights the ongoing national debate over transgender athletes in sports and the contentious political implications surrounding it.