President Joe Biden has signed an $895 billion defense bill aimed at raising troop pay and improving military quality of life. However, the bill has sparked significant controversy due to its provision banning health care for transgender minors in military families. This marks the first federal anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in decades, leading to criticism from various lawmakers and advocacy groups, including The Trevor Project. While the bill includes a historic 14.5% pay increase for junior enlisted troops, many Democratic senators expressed discontent over the anti-trans provisions, reflecting a split within the party. Despite objections, the Senate passed the defense policy bill, which now includes provisions addressing critical areas such as cyber security and cooperation with Israel.