In a controversial decision, the U.S. Air Force has announced it will deny early retirement benefits to certain transgender service members, prompting outrage and claims of betrayal among affected individuals. Many service members, having served between 15 to 18 years, were previously promised retirement, only to find these approvals revoked. Advocacy groups, such as Lambda Legal, have condemned the decision as a devastating betrayal, arguing that it undermines the rights of transgender troops who have dedicated years to serving their country. The new policy aligns with broader actions taken during the Trump administration, which have faced heavy criticism for impacting the rights of transgender individuals in the military.