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Former NCAA swimming champion and prominent women's rights activist, Riley Gaines, was assaulted by a trans activist following her speech on the importance of safeguarding female sports at San Francisco State University (SFSU). The attack took place in San Francisco, California, and Gaines was reportedly held hostage for almost three hours on the third floor of a building due to the vicious crowd that had gathered.
According to Fox News, Gaines was ambushed and physically assaulted by the activist, who demanded money for her release. The incident was captured on video, which shows the assailant physically restraining Gaines and threatening her.
Gaines had emphasized the need for separate competitions for men and women in sports to preserve the integrity of female sports and protect women during her speech. She also shared her personal experience of competing against William "Lia" Thomas, a trans man who had failed to qualify in male competitions and later participated in women's events.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from various organizations and individuals, who have called for the protection of women's sports and the safety of women athletes. Investigations are ongoing, and the police have yet to release any further information on the incident.