During a House Armed Services Committee hearing, Rep. Sara Jacobs confronted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the Trump administration's ban on transgender service members. She highlighted the impressive records of three transgender women in the military, pointing out their qualifications and contributions. Jacobs criticized the administration's policies as detrimental to military readiness and security, arguing that dismissing qualified personnel based on identity is hypocritical. Hegseth's dismissive response sparked controversy, showcasing a significant debate regarding LGBTQ+ inclusion in the armed forces.
"You are actually kicking out these three highly qualified service members solely because of their identity. You are the one injecting culture wars into the military, and it's at the detriment of our military readiness and national security."
"These are men who think they're women. Gender dysphoria poses a mental health risk that undermines military performance."
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