Pentagon's Transgender Troop Ban Sparks Outrage

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Pentagon to begin expelling transgender troops who do not leave voluntarily by June 6. This move follows a Supreme Court decision allowing a ban, sparking condemnation from activists. It is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to restrict transgender rights.

In a controversial move, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has informed the Pentagon to start expelling transgender troops who opt not to leave on their own by June 6, according to a memo acquired by Reuters.

The directive has drawn sharp condemnation from transgender rights activists, with Jennifer Levi of GLAD Law labeling it 'shameful.' This action is seen as a continuation of President Donald Trump's administration's efforts to quickly implement a ban following the Supreme Court's ruling.

Initiated through a memo by Hegseth, active duty transgender troops have been given until June 6, and reserve forces until July 7, to self-identify for 'voluntary separation.' This is one of several steps taken by the Trump administration to curtail transgender rights across military sectors and beyond.