Pete Hegseth Orders Scouting America to Remove Transgender Policy

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Scouting America must require members to use biological sex at birth for applications and shared facilities.The organization will dissolve its diversity board committee and replace a diversity merit badge with a Military Service badge to secure military support.CEO Roger Krone confirmed the group will comply with an executive order from Donald Trump targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.The decision follows a Pentagon warning that logistical support for events would be withdrawn after a six-month review if changes are not met.