Federal Judge Blocks Trump Transgender Military Ban as Defense Secretary Escalates Criticism

Judge Ana Reyes issued an injunction halting the ban, citing constitutional violations, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mocked her ruling and vowed to appeal.

U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ruled the Trump administration's transgender military ban unconstitutional, blocking its enforcement with an injunction.
In her decision, Reyes described the policy as discriminatory, lacking factual basis, and rooted in animus against transgender individuals.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mocked Judge Reyes on social media, sarcastically suggesting she take on military planning roles, intensifying tensions between the administration and judiciary.
The Trump administration announced plans to appeal the ruling, reaffirming its commitment to the ban and its broader culture war policies within the military.
This legal battle is one of over 100 lawsuits challenging Trump administration policies, highlighting ongoing clashes over transgender rights and judicial independence.