1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

Denying retirement pay to transgender service members who have dedicated over 15 years of honorable service to our nation is an unjust action that disregards their sacrifices. These individuals put their lives at risk defending our country, and stripping them of rightfully earned benefits solely based on their gender identity is discriminatory and dishonorable. Such policies undermine unit cohesion and readiness by devaluing the contributions of capable troops. Targeting a specific group also perpetuates stigma and undermines our core values of equality. I urge you to stand against this misguided policy and uphold our commitment to supporting all who serve with dignity. Allowing this discriminatory denial of benefits would set a concerning precedent that compromises military personnel policies. Congress must ensure fair treatment for every service member who has honorably met their obligations to serve our country.