Topline
The Pentagon removed guidance for its new mandatory testosterone screening program from its website on Thursday, a day after it was initially posted—as the controversial program, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s rhetoric surrounding it, has raised questions about its medical efficacy and gender politics in the military.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth waits before welcoming Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Marles to the Pentagon September 2, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
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Key Facts
The Defense Health Agency webpage where the guidance was published Wednesday showed a “page not found” message on Thursday that said it’s either been moved or removed.
A U.S. official told Reuters the guidance remains in effect, but has been “temporarily rescinded to allow for updates.”
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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