The transgender collegiate swimmer Lia Thomas stated, “I am a woman, just like anybody else on the team,” in a Sports Illustrated interview. However, Lia is not a woman, nor is she similar to any other member of the women’s swimming squad. It is ludicrous to believe otherwise, and such discourse needs to end. It’s been going on for too long.

Lia is not a woman and never will be. Lia is free to refer to herself anyway she pleases. Lia is free to wear anything she likes. Lia is able to determine what she wants. However, Lia’s genitalia are male. Lia is a woman without breasts. Lia is unable to conceive or lay eggs. Lia doesn’t get monthly periods. Lia will not experience menopause. These are the biological expectations placed on women. These are actual facts. It’s science here. Furthermore, science can be trusted, as the last two years have shown us all.