Biden-Appointed Judge Defies DoD & Sparks Legal Battle, Blocks Trump’s Transgender Military Ban
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Biden-Appointed Judge Defies DoD & Sparks Legal Battle, Blocks Trump’s Transgender Military Ban
A federal judge has denied the Trump administration’s efforts to ban transgender individuals from joining the military, setting off a major legal showdown.
U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes, a Biden appointee, ruled against the Department of Defense’s motion, preventing the policy from going into effect.
The Department of Justice has already filed an appeal, escalating tensions over military policies and transgender rights.
Trans military ban temporarily blocked as Judge Ana Reyes halts Trump’s executive order banning transgender troops. The ruling states the ban likely violates constitutional rights, giving the White House until Friday to appeal. Plaintiffs, including decorated service members, argue the ban undermines equal protection and military readiness. The Trump administration justifies it by claiming gender dysphoria affects discipline and mental standards. Thousands of transgender people currently serve, but the new policy aims to remove them. This decision follows years of back-and-forth policy changes across administrations.
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The White House has issued a clarification on the explosive 245% tariff targeting Chinese imports. The new addendum reveals a two-tier structure—some goods will face the full 245%, while others remain at 145% for now. Trump’s administration has unleashed a historic wave of tariffs, including legacy measures from his first term, Biden-era expansions, and new 2025 hikes. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian condemned U.S. pressure, warning of firm retaliation. From lithium batteries to squid and syringes, the fallout is just beginning. China says it’s open to talks—but not to blackmail.
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