US Court Rules Against Trump's Transgender Military Ban
US court upholds injunction against Trump policy banning transgender troops
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A US appeals court upheld a lower court's ruling against President Trump's policy banning transgender individuals from military service, citing constitutional violations. The decision was split among judges, with one judge affirming protections for current service members while another extended the ruling to potential recruits. The Pentagon plans to appeal.
- 01The court ruled that Trump's policy violates the constitutional right to equal protection under the law.
- 02Judge Robert Wilkins emphasized that the policy was discriminatory and intended to harm transgender individuals.
- 03The ruling allows the Trump administration to continue barring transgender individuals from enlisting in the military.
- 04Judge Judith Rogers disagreed with the distinction made for current versus potential service members, citing the loss of qualified personnel.
- 05The Pentagon plans to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court of the United States.
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The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled against President Donald Trump's policy that aimed to expel transgender individuals from military service, declaring it unconstitutional. The decision was split among the three judges, with Judge Robert Wilkins affirming protections for already enlisted service members while Judge Judith Rogers argued that the ruling should extend to those seeking to enlist. Wilkins highlighted that the policy was discriminatory, driven by a desire to harm transgender individuals, and noted the extensive military service of the plaintiffs involved. In contrast, Judge Justin Walker dissented, arguing that the court overstepped its authority regarding military composition. The ruling does not immediately affect military policy as the Pentagon plans to appeal, signaling ongoing legal battles over the policy.
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The ruling impacts the ongoing legal status of transgender individuals in the military, potentially affecting recruitment and service policies.
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