Supreme Court Allows Trump to Exclude Transgender Individuals From Military

The Supreme Court granted President Trump a win on Tuesday. This decision allows him to exclude openly transgender individuals from military service. The justices granted an emergency request from the Trump administration. The court lifted a nationwide injunction blocking the policy. Litigation may continue, but the policy will likely stay in place. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, and Jackson dissented. In January 2025, Trump issued an executive order prioritizing military excellence. The order cited inconsistencies with medical and mental health constraints on individuals with gender dysphoria. A February directive paused new accessions of individuals with a history of gender dysphoria.