The Pentagon has implemented a ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, unless they obtain an exemption. This policy was detailed in an internal memo revealed in a court filing.

According to the memo, service members with a diagnosis of gender dysphoria, a history of cross-sex hormone therapy, or a history of sex reassignment surgery are disqualified from military service. They may be considered for a waiver on a case-by-case basis, provided there is a compelling government interest.

To obtain an exemption, a soldier must demonstrate 36 consecutive months of "stability in the service member's sex," never have attempted to transition to any sex other than their sex, and be willing to adhere to any standards associated with their sex.

The Pentagon's transgender ban is currently facing legal challenges. Trump's Justice Department filed a complaint against the presiding judge, Ana Reyes, accusing her of potential bias and misconduct.

The complaint alleges that Reyes engaged in misconduct during the proceedings in Nicolas Talbott v. Donald J. Trump, a case brought by two LGBTQ groups challenging the executive orders barring transgender individuals from serving in the U.S. military.

The complaint cites instances where Reyes allegedly took the plaintiffs' side on the issue of transgender service members and went on a "bizarre rant" against graduates of the University of Virginia School of Law.

The Justice Department is requesting that "appropriate action be taken to address these violations," including further investigation to determine whether Reyes' actions represent a pattern of misconduct requiring more significant remedial measures.