Federal judge blocks Trump administration from banning transgender people from military service
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A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump's executive order which attempted to ban transgender individuals from military service. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ruled the order likely violates the rights of transgender service members under the Fifth Amendment. The order, signed by Trump, claimed that transgender identities conflict with military discipline and readiness. In response, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had enforced policies disqualifying those with gender dysphoria from serving. Legal actions were initiated by attorneys representing eight transgender service members following this controversial executive order.
U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ruled that Trump's ban on transgender military service likely violates constitutional rights, issuing a preliminary injunction for plaintiffs.
President Trump's executive order claimed that the presence of transgender soldiers conflicts with military discipline and readiness, prompting legal challenges from affected service members.
Plaintiffs' attorneys argued that the executive order infringes on transgender individuals' rights to equal protection under the Fifth Amendment, highlighting the need for judicial oversight.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth implemented a policy that disqualifies service members with gender dysphoria, a move that has faced significant legal opposition.
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