U.S. President Biden reinstates transgender individuals into the Army
President Joe Biden has announced his intention to lift the ban on transgender individuals serving in the military. The official announcement was made on January 25, 2021, and a ceremony to mark the occasion is expected to take place soon.
This change in policy reverses a decision made by former U.S. leader Donald Trump in July 2017, when he announced a ban on transgender individuals serving in the armed forces, with some exceptions. Under Trump's ban, transgender individuals without diagnosed gender dysphoria could serve, but only in their biological gender. Those with diagnosed gender dysphoria were generally not allowed to serve.
Prior to Biden's appointment, transgender individuals were able to serve openly in the military since June 2016, under former U.S. leader Barack Obama. The changes will allow transgender individuals to serve openly in the military once again.
The military branches will develop a plan for the implementation of the order. However, the exact timeline for the implementation of Biden's decision has not been specified in the report.
The announcement and subsequent changes are being reported by various news outlets, including CBS News and Almaty.tv. Notably, Rachel Levine, a transgender woman, has been appointed as assistant secretary of health by President Joe Biden, making her the first transgender person to be appointed to a federal position confirmed by the Senate.
Lloyd Austin, the new Pentagon chief, is also expected to attend the ceremony for the announcement of lifting the ban on transgender individuals serving in the military. The ceremony is a significant step towards inclusivity and respect for all individuals who wish to serve their country in the armed forces.
This change in policy is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many transgender individuals who have been affected by the ban. It marks a significant shift in the approach to diversity and inclusion in the military, and is being welcomed by many as a step forward for equality and fairness.
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