Donald Trump: When I'm elected, I'm going to end the transgender nonsense in the US military.
The article reports on controversial remarks made by a political candidate regarding transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military. The candidate vowed to "put a stop to this transgender madness" if elected, suggesting that transgender troops should have "discovered their gender" during wartime.
HASSAN BENYOUB 
Controversial Remarks on Transgender Military Service Spark Outrage
In a move that has drawn widespread condemnation, a political candidate has vowed to end the "nonsense" of transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military, should they be elected to office.
"When I'm elected, I'm going to put a stop to this transgender madness in the military," the candidate stated during a recent campaign event. They went on to suggest that transgender troops should have "discovered their gender" during times of war.
The remarks, which many have decried as insensitive and discriminatory, come amid ongoing debates over LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion, particularly within the armed forces.
Critics were quick to denounce the comments as hateful and out of touch. "These kinds of statements demonstrate a fundamental lack of understanding and respect for the transgender community," said Chris Johnson, a spokesperson for an LGBTQ+ advocacy group. "Transgender service members have demonstrated their dedication and ability to serve honorably, and they deserve to be treated with dignity, not disparaged."
Indeed, the U.S. military has allowed openly transgender individuals to serve since 2016, a policy that was reversed and then reinstated under different administrations. Studies have shown that inclusive policies have had little to no impact on military readiness or unit cohesion.
"Suggesting that transgender troops should have 'discovered their gender' during wartime is both cruel and absurd," remarked retired Army Colonel Vera Cruz. "Our transgender service members are just as committed to defending this country as anyone else in uniform."
The controversial remarks have drawn swift condemnation from military leaders, civil rights groups, and members of both political parties. Many have vowed to vigorously oppose any efforts to reinstate discriminatory policies targeting transgender individuals in the armed forces.
As the election season heats up, this issue is likely to remain a contentious one, with deep divides over LGBTQ+ rights and military service continuing to shape the political discourse.
