The U.S. Supreme Court permitted the implementation of the Trump administration’s ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, thereby nullifying a lower court’s injunction without addressing the overall validity of the policy.
The ruling represents a legal triumph for Trump, as his executive order prohibits transgender individuals from serving openly in the military. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, and Jackson expressed dissenting opinions. The administration contended that the ban enhances military readiness and cohesion, whereas critics argue that it is both discriminatory and unconstitutional. This case is known as Shilling v. United States.
The legal challenges to the policy are currently in progress, representing one of several ongoing disputes.
