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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces an immediate pause on the recruitment of transgender individuals into the U.S. military. This directive also suspends planned medical procedures for current service members diagnosed with gender dysphoria. The move aligns with President Donald Trump's recent executive order effectively banning transgender service in the armed forces.
In a memorandum addressed to senior Pentagon leadership, Hegseth states, "Efforts to split our troops along the lines of identity weaken our Force and make us vulnerable." He emphasizes the need for unit cohesion and readiness, suggesting. . .
