Riley Gaines
Riley Gaines is a former collegiate swimmer and advocate for women’s sports, known for speaking out against the inclusion of transgender women in female athletic competitions. She gained national attention after competing against a transgender athlete at the NCAA championships, which she argued resulted in unfair competition and a loss of opportunities for female athletes. Gaines has become a prominent voice in the debate over gender policies in sports, emphasizing the need to protect the integrity of women's athletics.
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Gaines asked Shirley whether the employee was simply naive as to how the system could be abused or if she was 'attempting to be politically corrupt.'
Nick Shirley discusses alleged voter fraud loophole in California
United States· 2026-03-01
Navratilova previously joined a coalition of athletes, along with Riley Gaines, signing a letter in November condemning the Iranian regime for its death sentence of boxing champion Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani.
Martina Navratilova rips Trump for Iran strikes but backs killing KhameneiUnited States· 2026-03-01
Riley Gaines is a conservative activist campaigning against Ossoff due to his stance on transgender athletes.
Is Georgia senator Jon Ossoff a Democratic presidential runner? – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-13
Podcast host Riley Gaines discusses the gender controversy surrounding boxer Imane Khelif.
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif reveals SRY gene and testosterone therapyUnited States· 2026-02-06
Riley Gaines joined ‘Fox & Friends First’ to discuss her reaction to the news and why she considers it long overdue.
Trans male skier to compete in 2026 Winter Olympics women's divisionUnited States· 2026-02-06
Riley Gaines is a former collegiate swimmer turned anti-transgender activist who emphasizes motherhood and femininity in her brand.
The womanosphere urges dubious followers to back ICE: ‘Don’t let compassion cloud you’ | ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
United Kingdom· 2026-01-28
‘OutKick’ host Riley Gaines questioned White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on sex-based rights and women’s sports protections.
Leavitt slams SCOTUS judges for ignoring 'fact' in trans sports hearingUnited States· 2026-01-15
Riley Gaines is a 12-time NCAA All-American swimmer and SEC record holder.
SCOTUS hears ID, WV cases on transgender athletes in women's sports todayUnited States· 2026-01-13
OutKick podcast host and former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines also addressed the allegations at the Monday press conference.
West Virginia AG responds to harassment allegations against trans athleteUnited States· 2026-01-13
Riley Gaines is a former college swimmer turned activist advocating for fairness in women’s sports.
Riley Gaines joins call for Supreme Court transgender sports rulingUnited States· 2026-01-12
Riley Gaines is mentioned as one of the speakers at the event.
Cubs' Matt Shaw ripped for being guest speaker at Turning Point eventUnited States· 2025-12-14
Riley Gaines is an activist who has spoken out against the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports.
Transgender comedian mocks volleyball player's brain injury, faces backlashUnited States· 2025-12-06
Riley Gaines is mentioned in relation to a controversial topic about men in women's sports.
4 Thanksgiving Dinner Topics That'll Trigger Your Liberal AuntUnited States· 2025-11-27
Riley Gaines joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss her reaction to the news and why she considers it 'long overdue'.
Penny Oleksiak suspended 2 years after multiple whereabouts failuresUnited States· 2025-11-26
Riley Gaines had a viral feud with Ocasio-Cortez regarding the participation of transgender athletes in women's sports.
AOC criticized for Transgender Awareness Week post by sports activistsUnited States· 2025-11-19
OutKick host Riley Gaines joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss her reaction to the news and why she considers it 'long overdue' as public pressure on the issue continues to mount.
Jordan Chiles answers role of racism in Olympic bronze medal controversyUnited States· 2025-11-12
Riley Gaines is a women's rights activist who responded to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's comments on social media.
Riley Gaines Responds To AOC: 'Self-Absorbed, Misogynistic Socialist'United States· 2025-10-31
Riley Gaines became prominent for her advocacy to protect women’s sports.
Marjorie Taylor Greene to appear on 'The View' amid conservative backlashUnited States· 2025-10-31
Riley Gaines posted that when she was pitched to go on, they said no.
Conservatives fire back after 'The View' host says they're afraid to come onUnited States· 2025-10-16
Riley Gaines is a women's sports advocate and host who speaks out against transgender athletes competing in women's sports.
Democrats knew transgender sports policy was unfair but chose allegianceUnited States· 2025-10-10
Riley Gaines is a conservative commentator who reacted to Katie Porter's interview meltdown.
Conservatives blast controversial Democrat after interview walkout goes viralUnited States· 2025-10-08
Kotzmacher admired Riley Gaines, who led a protest in support of the bill banning trans athletes from girls' sports.
Minnesota softball player speaks out after defeat to trans pitcherUnited States· 2025-10-03
Riley Gaines announced the birth of her first child, a daughter named Margot.
Riley Gaines announces birth of daughter Margot with husband Louis BarkerUnited States· 2025-10-03
Riley Gaines joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how the transgender athlete debate has sparked backlash in states like Minnesota and California.
Feds find Minnesota violated Title IX with trans athletes in girls' sportsUnited States· 2025-09-30
Riley Gaines' lawsuit against the NCAA will proceed after a federal judge partially denied the defendant's motions to dismiss.
Riley Gaines' attorney on what it would take to settle lawsuit vs NCAAUnited States· 2025-09-27
Riley Gaines commented on the outpouring of love for Christ and country at the memorial for Charlie Kirk.
Tributes flood X as Charlie Kirk memorial draws packed crowd at stadiumUnited States· 2025-09-22
Riley Gaines had high praise for Erika Kirk on Sunday as she spoke in front of thousands of mourners.
Charlie Kirk memorial: Erika Kirk receives praise from Riley GainesUnited States· 2025-09-22
Riley Gaines is an anti-transgender activist and podcast host.
From Nazi Germany to Trump’s America: why strongmen rely on women at home | WomenUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-21
Riley Gaines expressed concern about female athletes losing opportunities due to the inclusion of trans athletes.
World Athletics finds up to 60 athletes with male advantages in women's finalsUnited States· 2025-09-20
Riley Gaines announced her attendance at a meeting for Kirk's Turning Point USA organization.
US campuses seek safe space for debate after Charlie Kirk murder – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-15
