Transgender Service Members: How Many of Our Sisters, Brothers, and Siblings Are Actually Serving

In what can only be described as a backwards slide into the dark ages of military policy, former President Trump is planning to announce yet another executive order targeting transgender service members. This regressive move threatens to destabilize the lives of thousands of dedicated military personnel who have served their country with distinction, regardless of their gender identity.

The Numbers Don't Lie: Transgender Service Members in the U.S. Military

The presence of transgender individuals in the U.S. military is not insignificant. According to comprehensive studies by the RAND Corporation, there are estimated to be between 1,320 and 6,630 transgender personnel serving on active duty. The Selected Reserve adds another 830 to 4,160 personnel to these numbers. These aren't just statistics – they represent real people who have chosen to dedicate their lives to protecting American freedoms, even as their own rights hang in the balance.