In a move that’s sure to ruffle more than a few feathers, President Trump is set to sign executive orders that will reshape the U.S. military by banning transgender individuals from service and dismantling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The administration argues that these changes are essential for enhancing military readiness and cohesion.

The forthcoming orders will establish clear standards on pronouns and gender identity, explicitly prohibiting transgender individuals from serving. The rationale? Concerns about mental and physical readiness. The Department of Defense will be responsible for implementing these policies, which also include banning identity-based pronouns and prohibiting cross-sex accommodations in sleeping, changing, and bathing facilities. Medical standards will be updated with a focus on readiness and lethality.

Furthermore, DEI-related practices and bureaucratic bodies will be eliminated, with all instances of DEI-based discrimination undergoing internal review. Trump has criticized former President Biden’s policies as detrimental to military preparedness, emphasizing the need to restore military cohesion and effectiveness by eliminating divisive ideologies.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced a renewed focus on lethality, meritocracy, and readiness in his message to the armed forces. The administration aims to reinforce the military’s strength by removing what it perceives as distractions from its core mission.

Critics argue that these moves are discriminatory and could lead to legal challenges. However, supporters believe that refocusing the military on its primary objectives is long overdue. As the nation watches these developments unfold, the debate over the role of social policies in the armed forces is sure to continue.