Veterans Affairs Bureau announcement On Monday, it would “stage” the provision of “gender-preserving prostheses” and sex crosshormones, citing President Donald Trump's executive order directing the federal government to eradicate gender ideology.
Executive ActionDefending women from gender ideological extremism and restoring biological truths to the federal government“The “two perceived genders” are based on a fundamental and incontroversial reality that cannot be changed. ”
“They can do that with their own dime.”
VA's announcement on Monday explained that the department is “adjusting its policies to ensure full compliance with EO.” This means no longer providing veterans with “cross-sex hormone therapy” or “other medical or surgical treatments for gender discomfort to patients in any situation.
The VA said it never offered “sex change surgery.” However, in addition to cross-sex hormones, it offers voice training and “so-called gender-affirming prostheses such as breast morphology, breast binders, post-narcotic dilator sets, packers, surgical compression vests, wigs and more.”
Veterans who are already receiving crosshormones are not affected by the change.
The VA noted that people with gender discomfort can continue to receive preventive and mental health care.
“The VA will be redirected to help seriously injured VA beneficiaries, such as paralyzed veterans and amputees, to help regain independence by stopping certain medical treatments for gender discomfort,” the press release read.
“I mean I'm not rude to anyone, but the VA should not focus on helping veterans try to change sex. The majority of veterans and Americans agree. That's why this is the right decision.”
“All eligible veterans, including qualified veterans, are always welcome in the VA and will always receive the benefits and services they have earned in the law.
Over the weekend, Collins was asked about the Ministry of Government Efficiency's efforts to settle waste and bureaucracy within the VA.
“At the end of the day, I'm going to make the best decisions for the employees and best veterans. They look fresh and give us good advice,” Collins said. It is listed.
“I'm going to do everything I can to make sure the veteran experience improves,” Collins said.
The VA has already opened since Trump took office Four new clinics.
“As government union bosses, legacy media and some of Congress have spread false rumors about cuts in health care and benefits in the VA, they have opened several new clinics to serve tens of thousands of veterans,” Collins said.
“Don't believe the fake news,” he added.
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