Joni Ernst supports transgender inclusion in military, puts political career in serious jeopardy
December 6, 2024 | Frieda Powers
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst is at the receiving end of heavy backlash with threats to her political future after praising transgender “talent” in the U.S. military.
The Iowa Republican has sparked criticism for her non-committed stance on President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of Pete Hegseth to lead the Pentagon in his administration. Her voting record and stance on key issues have come under increased scrutiny and now she is facing calls for Republicans to primary her out of office.
With the spotlight on the senator, Ernst sparked more outrage when past remarks about including transgender people in the military resurfaced this week. A video clip of the military veteran’s PBS interview from August hit social media with a bang as she responded to a question about whether the military “has become too woke.”
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