>>507754534As of June 2025, transgender individuals face significant restrictions regarding service in the U.S. military:
Ban on Enlistment and Service: As of May 8, 2025, transgender individuals are banned from enlisting in and serving in the U.S. military, except under narrow waivers. These waivers apply only to those who have not undergone gender transition, have maintained stability in their biological sex for at least 36 consecutive months, serve in roles critical to warfighting capabilities, and are willing to adhere to all standards associated with their biological sex.
Discharge Procedures: Transgender service members who had already submitted voluntary separation requests began to be discharged as of May 8, 2025. After deadlines in June and July 2025 for voluntary separation, the military will initiate involuntary separation procedures for remaining transgender personnel.