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Rep. Jim Banks supports Vivek Ramaswamy to replace Sen. JD Vance if Vance becomes Vice President under Trump in 2024. Banks praises Trump's choice of Vance, highlighting his appeal to swing state voters. Ramaswamy is open to the Senate position, while other potential candidates include Rep. Mike Carey and state Sen. Matt Dolan.
Indiana Congressman Jim Banks criticized the WNBA for not adequately disciplining Chicago Sky's Chennedy Carter after her hard foul on Caitlin Clark, calling it an "excessive attack." Banks urged the league to take stronger actions to prevent such incidents and ensure sportsmanship, highlighting the impact on young girls aspiring to play in the WNBA. The WNBA upgraded Carter's foul to a Flagrant 1 but did not suspend or fine her, while Angel Reese and the Sky were fined for media policy violations.
Indiana Congressman Jim Banks has sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, urging the league to address what he describes as excessive physical play targeting Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. Banks highlighted a specific incident involving Chennedy Carter and criticized the lack of significant punishment. He emphasized the negative impact on young female athletes and requested a response from Engelbert on measures to curb such behavior.