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DOJ Moves to Dismiss Transgender Air Force Retirement Lawsuit

3/18/2026

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The United States Department of Justice seeks to dismiss a lawsuit by transgender Air Force members challenging the revocation of approved retirements.
The DOJ says 16 of 17 plaintiffs remain on active duty and are not entitled to retirement pay.
The case stems from a 2025 policy shift forcing service members to choose between separation and early retirement.
The Air Force approved retirements, then reversed them, leaving many without pensions.

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The United States Department of Justice seeks to dismiss a lawsuit by transgender Air Force members challenging the revocation of approved retirements.
The DOJ says 16 of 17 plaintiffs remain on active duty and are not entitled to retirement pay.
The case stems from a 2025 policy shift forcing service members to choose between separation and early retirement.
The Air Force approved retirements, then reversed them, leaving many without pensions.