Hegseth orders testosterone testing for U.S. military members over 30
U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth has mandated annual testosterone testing for military personnel over 30, aiming to boost 'warrior culture.' The policy has drawn criticism from health experts citing potential cardiovascular and cancer risks associated with testosterone replacement therapy.
Why it matters
This policy shift represents a controversial intersection of military readiness, health policy, and the personal medical autonomy of service members.
U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon on Tuesday. Pool/Getty Images
The article frames the policy within the context of the Secretary's controversial 'warrior culture' agenda and past aggressive actions.
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