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U.S. Army Reverses Transgender Soldier Records, Sparks Outrage

5/22/2025

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The U.S. Army is set to alter the records of transgender soldiers to align with their sex at birth, impacting 4,240 active-duty and National Guard troops. This controversial memo has sparked outrage, with critics claiming it undermines military readiness and disregards the growing public support for transgender individuals serving in the armed forces.

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The U.S. Army is set to alter the records of transgender soldiers to align with their sex at birth, impacting 4,240 active-duty and National Guard troops. This controversial memo has sparked outrage, with critics claiming it undermines military readiness and disregards the growing public support for transgender individuals serving in the armed forces.