The U.S. military is initiating a directive to identify and potentially remove transgender service members under Trump's administration, creating a process that relies on routine health checks. Aimed at fulfilling a recent Supreme Court decision, commanders are instructed to identify transgender troops or those with gender dysphoria. While there are incentives for those willing to leave voluntarily, this new policy echoes the previous 'don't ask, don't tell' era, raising concerns about privacy and discrimination against members of the military.
A senior defense official revealed that military commanders will be tasked with identifying transgender troops, enforcing a policy aimed at removing them from service.
The Pentagon's efforts to comply with Trumpâs directive include a process for identifying transgender individuals through routine health checks.
The new policy mirrors the 'don't ask, don't tell' era by allowing commanders to potentially out transgender service members who do not self-identify.
Voluntary identification for active-duty troops must occur by June 6, with financial incentives offered to those who choose to leave.
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