A high-tension moment recently unfolded on The View when conservative political commentator Candace Owens got into a direct confrontation with transgender swimmer Lia Thomas. During a heated discussion about trans rights and participation in women’s sports, Owens couldn’t contain her frustration and, in an unexpected move, asked Thomas to leave the show, stating, “Take your ideology with you.”
The exchange began when the panel was discussing the inclusion of trans athletes in women’s sports competitions, a topic that has sparked heated debates worldwide. Lia Thomas, who has been a prominent figure in this debate due to her participation in women’s swimming, defended her stance on trans rights in sports. However, Candace Owens, known for her conservative and provocative views, harshly criticized Thomas’ participation in women’s competitions, arguing that it compromises fairness in sports.
As the debate intensified, Owens interrupted Thomas and expressed that the conversation was taking an “unacceptable” turn. Finally, Owens raised his voice and, to everyone’s surprise, said: “This space is a place for dialogue, but not for imposing ideologies that destroy the fundamental values of sports and biology. Take your ideology with you.”
The rest of the panel was left in shock, and the audience reacted in a variety of ways. Some applauded Owens’ stance, while others criticized his attitude, calling it disrespectful and intolerant.
For her part, Lia Thomas remained calm and did not immediately respond to Owens’ comment. However, the incident has sparked a new wave of discussion on social media about trans inclusion in sports and freedom of expression on high-profile television broadcasts.
This moment on The View will go down as one of the most tense and polarizing in the show’s history, with both figures drawing both criticism and support.