Transgender Troops To Serve Openly In U.S. Military

The Pentagon has overturned a Trump-era ban, allowing transgender individuals who meet military standards to serve openly as their self-identified gender. They will also have access to medically necessary care. Currently, 8,000 service members identify as transgender, with 2,200 diagnosed with gender dysphoria. The new policies will be effective from April 30th.

What significant policy change did the Pentagon make regarding transgender individuals in the military?

• They required all service members to undergo gender reassignment surgery.

• They banned all transgender individuals from serving.

• They allowed transgender individuals to serve openly if they meet military standards.

• They restricted transgender individuals to non-combat roles.

How many current service members are estimated to identify as transgender according to the Pentagon?

• 2200

• 8000

• 15000

• 500

What medical condition is mentioned that some transgender service members have been diagnosed with?

• Post-traumatic stress disorder

• Bipolar disorder

• Anxiety disorder

• Gender dysphoria

What is one of the benefits granted to transgender service members under the new regulations?

• Access to medically necessary care

• Free housing

• Automatic promotion

• Exemption from physical fitness tests

When will the new policies regarding transgender service members take effect?

• June 1st

• May 15th

• April 30th

• March 1st