Challenges come despite bipartisan interest in addressing the problem
Members seek info from Sec. Austin by March 1
Unclear when process is expected to be completed
Comments targeted Assistant Secretary of Defense Shawn Skelly
Legislation seeks accountability for DoD
GOP members proposed anti-LGBTQ amendments to defense spending bills
Plaintiffs argue thousands still face consequences of discriminatory policy
Longtime National Guard member successfully challenged military HIV policy
Equality Caucus counts more than 40 in all FY24 appropriations bills
GOP members also attack abortion access and diversity programs
