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In a recent development for trans rights, another U.S. District Court Judge, Benjamin Settle, rules a block on Trump’s order to ban transgender from military service. Over the years, Donald Trump has signed several anti-trans executive orders, such as preventing trans people from participating in sports. His next goal was to ban transgender from military service. The progress during Obama’s reign was not seen the same way when Trump took office. Moreover, the Trump administration even released reasons to justify the ban; however, Settle is the second judge to oppose Trump’s views and bans.
Looking at the silver lining, U.S. District Court Judge Benjamin Settle in Tacoma rules against this ban. The case was brought in by long-serving military members. For them, this ban is no more than an insult and an unnecessary discrimination for them. And, rightly so, they have a right to protect their rights. Getting fired like this may impact their reputation and career.
One notable personality among these members is the U.S. Navy Cmdr. Emily “Hawking” Shilling has served in the Navy for more than 19 years.
