A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's executive order prohibiting transgender individuals from serving in the military, citing potential violations of constitutional rights. Judge Ana Reyes highlighted the importance of public debate in a democracy and recognized the service of transgender individuals. The ruling follows a legal challenge by eight active-duty and prospective service members. Trump's order, which controversially links transgender identities to military readiness, sparked significant controversy, with opponents arguing it infringes upon the rights protected by the Fifth Amendment.
Reyes ruled that Trump's order to exclude transgender troops from military service likely violates their constitutional rights.
We should all agree, however, that every person who has answered the call to serve deserves our gratitude and respect.
Plaintiffs' attorneys contend Trump's order violates transgender people's rights to equal protection under the Fifth Amendment.
Thousands of transgender people serve in the military, but they represent less than 1% of the total number of active-duty service members.
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