In a move that blatantly discriminates against transgender and nonbinary individuals, President Donald Trump has once again targeted the LGBTQ+ community by reimposing a ban on their ability to serve in the U.S. military. This executive order, part of Trump's wider campaign to erode the rights of transgender Americans, strips qualified, willing individuals of the opportunity to serve their country solely based on their gender identity.
President Trump's Unjust Ban on Transgender Military Service
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Jan-29
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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning transgender people from serving in the U.S. military, building on a series of measures targeting transgender and nonbinary Americans since returning to office last week. Read the story below ⬇️
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Jan-29
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Prioritizing readiness and cohesion within the U.S. military, President Donald Trump has made the decisive move to sign an executive order preventing transgender individuals from serving. This action, grounded in concerns for military effectiveness and unit stability, echoes the administration's commitment to maintaining the armed forces’ focus on their primary mission: defense. Critics view it as a step back for transgender rights, but supporters argue it's a necessary measure for national security.
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