Pentagon policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service, appeals court panel rules
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A federal appeals court ruled that a Pentagon policy banning transgender individuals from military service is illegal. The decision, made by a divided panel, stated that the policy was intended to exclude service members based on gender identity. While the ban remains in effect, the ruling prevents the military from discharging current members involved in the lawsuit, but does not allow new transgender recruits to enlist. The case is part of ongoing litigation, with the U.S. Supreme Court previously permitting the enforcement of the ban. The judges' decision is currently on hold for further review by the administration.
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