As dozens of transgender Americans and parents of transgender teens brace for the inauguration of the second Trump administration, President-elect Donald Trump has announced that transgender people He is reportedly preparing to sign an executive order aimed at removing him from the U.S. military.
Sources close to the situation revealed that the new directive will affect about 15,000 transgender service members, who could be forced out of their jobs. On Nov. 5, Republicans defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to take back the White House and are scheduled to take office in January.
However, the Trump campaign quickly denied rumors about the alleged decision to remove transgender people from military service, calling the reports unfounded speculation.
President Trump to ban transgender people from military? Here’s what we know
On November 24, a source told the magazine: “These people will be forced out when the military cannot recruit enough people.” They went on to say, “Only the Marine Corps has reached recruitment numbers, and those in very senior positions are affected.”
If signed, the new directive could be broader and more controversial than the one President Trump introduced during his first term. The directive bans transgender individuals from enlisting, while allowing those already serving in the military to remain, especially after the president-elect has pledged to restrict access to the military. is. If he signs the bill, it would provide gender-affirming accommodations and prevent transgender athletes from competing in school sports. After President Trump left office, President Biden issued an executive order rescinding the ban in his first week in office in 2021.
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However, the new order could lead to the complete exclusion of all transgender individuals from services overall, regardless of age, health, service, or other concerns. A pro-Trump supporter of X wrote: “This is not a controversial decision. Transgender soldiers do not fit the needs of the modern military. They will definitely receive an honorable discharge and be thanked for their service to the country.”
“National service should not become a battleground for gender ideology,” another countered. “So the military is already struggling with conscription, so they’re going to weed out people who actually want to serve their country?” a third asked. “Good. I’m not against transgender people, but allowing people to identify as the opposite sex would create a lot of bureaucratic headaches and extra money on top of an already bloated military budget.” It generates expenses.”
President Trump’s press secretary responds
Caroline Leavitt, a spokeswoman for Trump and Vance’s transition, clarified that no official policy has been established on the issue. She emphasized that claims not made directly by President Trump or his authorized representatives should not be considered valid.
In a statement to the Hindustan Times, Mr. Levitt’s office said, “These anonymous sources are making assumptions and have no idea what they are actually saying. No decisions have been made on this matter. “No policy should be considered official unless it comes directly from the president.” Trump or his authorized spokesperson. ” – Caroline Leavitt, Trump-Vance Transition Spokesperson
Donald Trump’s position on transgender rights
President Trump has promised to impose broad restrictions on transgender individuals in a variety of areas, including:
Education: The administration is moving to exclude transgender students from Title IX protections, which could affect policies regarding pronouns, restrooms and locker rooms, according to the Associated Press.
Health care: At least 26 states have laws restricting gender-affirming care for transgender minors, according to the new agency. President Trump has proposed banning doctors and hospitals from providing such care through Medicaid and Medicare.
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Sports: Trump and many Republicans oppose “men’s participation in women’s sports.” Currently, 24 states have laws banning transgender women and girls from participating in women’s sports. In March, 16 college athletes sued the NCAA for allowing transgender swimmer Leah Thomas to compete.
Military: Transgender rights activists say President Trump will reinstate a ban on transgender people serving publicly and restrict access to transgender hiring and gender-affirming care for military and veterans. I am concerned that this may happen.
