A federal appeals court panel ruled that the Pentagon's policy banning transgender troops was unconstitutional, violating equal protection rights. - The policy, implemented during the Trump administration, barred most transgender individuals from serving openly.
- The court found the ban violated the Fifth Amendment's equal protection clause. - Advocates celebrated the decision as a victory for LGBTQ+ rights.
- The Pentagon may appeal the ruling, leaving the policy's future uncertain. The ruling could restore inclusive service policies, but legal battles may continue.