US EditionTransgender members of the Air Force sue over losing retirement pay
The plaintiffs seek reinstatement of retirement orders after the Air Force revoked approved benefits under the transgender ban, risking losses up to $2 million, advocates say.
- A group of 17 transgender members of the Air Force are suing the U.S. government over the revocation of their early retirement pensions and benefits.
- According to GLAD Law, service members affected by the policy will face a loss of up to $2 million owed for their service and loss of health insurance benefits.
- The lawsuit argues that revoking retirement orders for transgender personnel with at least 15 years of service violates Air Force policies and procedures.
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Trans Members of Air Force Sue Over Losing Retirement Pay
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