Trump's Potential Return: A Defense and Culture War Shake-Up

President-elect Trump plans to overhaul the U.S. military by reducing spending, cutting top ranks, and reversing inclusive policies for transgender and women soldiers. While specific policies are not yet clear, Trump's allies suggest a focus on enhancing nuclear strategy, prioritizing China, and eliminating 'woke' policies like diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The GOP aims to modernize the military, but Trump's approach may lead to ideological conflicts within his team. Critics warn that these changes could politicize the military and roll back rights for transgender service members.