The Verge·4 min read·hard
The manosphere’s testosterone fever is coming for the troops
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Victoria Song
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A new initiative led by Pete Hegseth proposes mandatory testosterone screening for US service members over 30, with optional replacement therapy for those found deficient. The policy has drawn criticism for its alignment with 'manosphere' wellness trends and concerns over the medicalization of military readiness.
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