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Pete Hegseth calls trans people a slur during speech about how military is now "gender neutral"
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Alex Bollinger , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This incident is related to the official's views on the military and its treatment of service members.
A public official made derogatory comments about trans individuals during a recent appearance. The official, who holds a high-ranking position, used a slur to express disapproval of certain military policies. This incident is related to the official's views on the military and its treatment of service members.
The official's statement was made in reference to the military's approach to training and effectiveness. Further details about the incident and the official's comments are available from the source. The official's use of the slur has been noted, and it is part of a larger discussion about military policies and the treatment of service members.
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Category: rights Published: August 18, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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