First legislator: Medical studies frequently focus on male participants, neglecting the effects of treatments on women. For instance, research on the impact of dietary supplements is primarily conducted on men, with few studies addressing the needs of older women. Therefore, government-funded medical research should mandate the inclusion of female subjects. Second legislator: Concerns about gender representation in research are irrelevant to scientific inquiry.

Which of the following responses, if true, most effectively challenges the second legislator's argument?