WNBA champion Natasha Cloud has reaffirmed her critical stance on the United States in the wake of recent Supreme Court rulings concerning affirmative action and a case involving artist Lorie Smith. Cloud initially sparked controversy with a tweet expressing her disappointment with the country's handling of marginalized groups. She followed up by addressing critics who suggested she relocate to Russia or China, highlighting disparities in human rights, healthcare, education, and safety between the US and other nations.

Cloud elaborated on her "trash" comment, explaining that it refers to the nation's potential squandered by political self-interest and divisive rhetoric. She then posed a hypothetical question about whether white individuals would choose to be Black or LGBTQ+ in the current climate, emphasizing the evident inequalities. Cloud directly addressed those she perceives as racist, stating her weariness with their prejudice and highlighting the injustice of being judged based on skin color, sexual orientation, and gender.

Furthermore, Cloud criticized the politicization and weaponization of religion, contrasting it with the true essence of love she associates with God. She called out the hypocrisy of those who judge and hate while claiming religious piety.

The Supreme Court's decisions included overturning affirmative action in college admissions, citing a violation of the 14th Amendment, and ruling in favor of Lorie Smith, who challenged Colorado's anti-discrimination law.