Hollywood Reacts to Trump's Transgender Military Ban | THR News

Hollywood Reacts to Trump's Transgender Military Ban | THR News

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The transcript discusses President Trump's announcement to ban transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military, citing medical costs and disruption. The decision sparked reactions from Hollywood celebrities like Laverne Cox and Caitlin Jenner, who criticized the move as discriminatory. Public figures, including Joe Biden, also voiced opposition. A Rand Corp study suggested the financial impact of transgender service members is minimal. The Pentagon has not changed its policy, and the White House has yet to issue an official statement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason given by Trump for banning transgender individuals from the military?

To enhance recruitment of new soldiers

To comply with international military standards

To increase diversity in the military

To reduce medical costs and avoid disruption

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which celebrity questioned Trump's commitment to the LGBT community after his announcement?

Caitlyn Jenner

Laverne Cox

Ellen DeGeneres

George Takei

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did The Daily Show imply about Trump's support for the LGBT community?

He is a strong supporter of all LGBT rights

He is focusing on economic issues instead

He has forgotten the 'T' in LGBT

He plans to introduce new LGBT policies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Rand Corp study, how many transgender personnel are estimated to be in active duty?

Between 1,320 and 6,630

Between 10,000 and 15,000

More than 20,000

Between 500 and 1,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Department of Defense's response to Trump's announcement?

They issued a statement against the ban

They supported the ban

They referred all questions to the White House

They immediately changed their policy