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Secretary Hegseth Restores Lethality with Mandatory Testosterone Screening

The Pentagon is finally prioritizing peak physical performance by implementing mandatory hormone testing for service members over 30.

Foreign PolicyPublished July 17, 2026 at 2:45 AM
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is taking decisive action to reverse the decline of military readiness, announcing that all service members aged 30 and over will now undergo mandatory testosterone screening during their annual health evaluations. This policy marks a necessary shift toward prioritizing the physical health and vigor of our fighting force.

Those identified with low testosterone levels will be offered voluntary replacement therapy, ensuring that our troops are operating at their full potential. While personnel under 30 may opt into the screening, the primary focus remains on maintaining high standards for the veteran core of our military.

This initiative aligns with the Trump administration’s commitment to cutting through bureaucratic red tape, making it easier for medical professionals to address hormonal health in men.

By focusing on the biological realities of peak performance, Secretary Hegseth is sending a clear message: the American military is returning to its core mission of lethality and strength, rather than prioritizing the social engineering experiments of the previous administration.

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