In a series of significant executive orders, former President Trump has moved to reshape U.S. military policies, particularly focusing on transgender service members and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The new directives include a likely ban on openly transgender individuals serving in the military, as well as reinstating military members discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. Trump has also committed to dismantling DEI programs within the military and has expressed intentions to bring back troops dismissed over vaccine mandates. These actions have sparked widespread debate and concern among current and former service members on the implications for military readiness and inclusivity.