A statement sent to reporters on Monday (25 January) from the White House reads: “President Biden believes that gender identity should not be a bar to military service, and that America’s strength is found in its diversity. “This question of how to enable all qualified Americans to serve in the military is easily answered by recognizing our core values.
America is stronger, at home and around the world, when it is inclusive. The military is no exception.” The statement continues: “Allowing all qualified Americans to serve their country in uniform is better for the military and better for the country because an inclusive force is a more effective force.” President Biden signed an executive order to repeal the ban at a ceremony with Defense