Democrats Draw Mockery Over Hegseth’s Testosterone Plan for Service Members Over 30
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 16
Democrats Draw Mockery Over Hegseth’s Testosterone Plan for Service Members Over 30
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 16
Summary
Pete Hegseth’s new Pentagon policy would screen service members over 30 for testosterone deficiency during annual health assessments, with optional testing for younger troops and treatment offered if recommended.
Democratic lawmakers including Adam Schiff, Mazie Hirono, Tammy Duckworth and Pramila Jayapal mocked the plan online as a form of “gender-affirming care,” triggering immediate backlash from conservative users and allies.
Hegseth said the program is meant to restore natural hormone levels rather than provide artificial enhancement, framing it as a readiness and longevity measure for troops.
Supporters including former Army paratrooper Meaghan Mobbs and HHS official Brian Christine argued low testosterone affects strength, bone density, mood, concentration and endurance, making endocrine health relevant to military performance.