US Army Enforces Ban on Transgender Recruits and Halts Gender Transition Treatments Under Trump’s Order

The US Army has stopped allowing transgender recruits and paused all gender transition procedures for its members. This decision follows President Donald Trump’s order that the military must follow biological sex guidelines. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has also removed DEI programs, focusing on unity instead of diversity.

This action reverses President Biden’s 2021 decision to lift Trump’s earlier ban on transgender service members. Advocacy groups estimate that around 15,000 transgender individuals serve in the military.

However, official reports suggest the actual number is much lower.

Additionally, Trump has ended federal support for gender transition procedures for minors. This decision aligns with his broader policy changes regarding transgender rights in the military.

Courtesy : Oneindia

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