US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has openly criticized US district judge Ana Reyes for her decision to block President Trump’s ban on transgender troops. Hegseth sarcastically suggested that Judge Reyes should consider taking on military planning roles. The judge’s ruling brought attention to potential constitutional violations and the valuable contributions made by transgender service members. Despite this setback, the Trump administration has announced plans to appeal the decision. Meanwhile, Judge Reyes has postponed the enforcement of her order to provide ample time for legal proceedings to unfold.