What Next | Daily News and Analysis Trump’s Anti-Trans Agenda
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Feb 3, 2025 In this discussion, Major Alivia Stehlik, a West Point graduate and Army Ranger, along with Kate Sosin, an LGBTQ+ reporter, tackle pressing issues facing transgender individuals in the military. They explore the emotional toll of Trump's anti-trans policies, emphasizing the vital role of trans service members. Insights into the struggles of navigating identity in an evolving military landscape and the implications of recent executive orders highlight the urgent need for advocacy and reform in transgender healthcare and rights.
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Olivia's Story
- Olivia Stehlik, an Army Ranger, served in the Old Guard and now works as a physical therapist.
- She came out as transgender after Obama lifted the ban, but now faces new challenges under Trump's executive order.
Offensive Language
- Trump's executive order uses language many find insulting, stating that a gender identity differing from biological sex cannot meet military standards.
- This order contradicts the reality of trans individuals serving effectively in various roles.
First Ban's Impact
- When Trump first banned trans troops, Stehlik's patients and sister informed her, highlighting the unexpected nature of the ban.
- Stehlik continued her work, even volunteering for deployment in Afghanistan.