House GOP bill aims to make President Trump's ban on transgender troops in the military permanent. The bill, titled the Readiness Over Wokeness Act, would prohibit individuals with gender dysphoria from serving in the Armed Forces.
Key Points
House GOP bill introduced by Rep. Barry Moore to make Trump's ban on transgender troops permanent
Bill titled the Readiness Over Wokeness Act would prohibit individuals with gender dysphoria from serving
Email from the White House Office of Management and Budget, Pentagon, DHS, and NSC showed tacit approval
Similar ban on individuals with history of gender-affirming care included in the bill
Pros
Potential cost savings for taxpayers in funding the military
Focus on recruitment of capable individuals for the armed forces
Cons
Controversial stance on transgender rights and discrimination