Bi SasquatchSource: Associated Press
From the article: "Emily Shilling, who has been openly transgender since 2019, is currently serving as a commander in the Navy with more than 19 years of service, including as a combat pilot who flew 60 missions in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.
“I just want to continue serving my country, using the skills this nation invested in me as a fighter pilot and leader,” she said, stressing that she was speaking in her personal capacity. “For nearly two decades, I’ve upheld the highest standards of excellence, leading teams in combat and peace. All I ask is the opportunity to keep using my training and experience to serve this country with honor, courage and dedication.”
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https://apnews.com/article/military-transgender-ban-trump-courts-c66ae35b6b4a5a05731464d916557c4a
Trump is looking to boot transgender troops from the military. Here's why that's complicated
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