Lia Thomas Pledges Continued Fight Against Transgender Athlete Bans

The former swimmer expressed grief over restrictions in women's sports and vowed to advocate for inclusion despite growing public opposition.

Lia Thomas, a former University of Pennsylvania swimmer, has voiced devastation over bans preventing transgender athletes from competing in women's sports categories.
Thomas, who transitioned after competing on the men's team, has been barred from international swimming events under World Aquatics' policy and the NCAA's updated rules.
The Trump administration's executive order banning transgender athletes in federally funded women's sports has further solidified these restrictions, impacting institutions like UPenn with funding freezes.
Thomas has committed to continuing her advocacy for transgender athlete inclusion, emphasizing the importance of safe, non-discriminatory participation in sports.
Public opinion has shifted significantly, with recent surveys showing a majority of Americans opposing transgender participation in women's sports.