Women's advocacy groups silent on transgender swimmer Lia Thomas' domination at NCAA championships

As controversy continues to build around biological male collegiate athlete Lia Thomas' domination at the NCAA women's swimming competition last week, prominent women's groups have been largely silent.

Fox News Digital reached out to the Women's Sports Foundation, Black Women in Sport Foundation, the National Organization for Women, Champion Women and other advocacy groups for their opinions on the transgender athlete's recent domination in races against biological females.

None of the organizations responded to Fox News Digital's request for comment. 

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Women's advocacy groups are stuck in a high-pressure situation as they are forced to reckon support for women in sports with their stated support for transgender women.

On its website, the Women's Sports Foundation outlines its position on transgender athletes saying: "The Women’s Sports Foundation supports the right of all athletes, including transgender athletes, to participate in athletic competition that is fair, equitable and respectful to all." However, the group didn't respond to an inquiry on Thomas' case when questioned by Fox News Digital.

University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas smiles on the podium after winning the 500 freestyle during the 2022 Ivy League Womens Swimming and Diving Championships at Blodgett Pool on Feb. 17, 2022, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)

Critics argue that Thomas should not be allowed to compete against women because of the physical advantages they say biological males have over female swimmers.

On the other hand, supporters say Thomas should be able to compete because the athlete is transitioning and identifies as a