Summary
Thousands of transgender military members might have to leave the U.S. military because of a new rule from the Trump administration. The military offers them two choices: leave on their own with some benefits or be forced out. Some of these members are challenging this rule in court.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration is stopping transgender people from serving in the U.S. military.
- This decision could affect thousands of transgender troops.
- The Pentagon, which is the headquarters of the U.S. military, is giving transgender troops two options: leave voluntarily with extra benefits, or be removed.
- Some transgender military members are going to court to fight this decision.
- Dan Ming from Evident Media has talked to some of these military members about their legal challenge.