Are you man enough? Republicans bet on ‘virile, brawny’ testosterone to juice the midterms
Summary
President Donald Trump's team is focusing on increasing testosterone levels among men as part of their strategy for upcoming midterm elections. Health and defense officials have changed rules to make testosterone treatments easier to get, and the military is starting testosterone screenings for some service members.Key Facts
- The FDA removed a rule that questioned the safety and effectiveness of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).
- In 2025, nearly 12 million testosterone treatment prescriptions were given, up from less than 1 million in 2000.
- The military will screen members over 30 for testosterone levels and offer treatment for those with low levels.
- Some Republican politicians use testosterone levels as a political talking point to criticize opponents.
- Testosterone is a hormone important for many body functions, but only a small amount is usually needed.
- Republicans are trying to ban testosterone treatment for transgender youth while promoting it for other groups.
- New home testing kits allow men to measure their testosterone and compare their levels to others.
- Experts say beliefs about testosterone being a source of masculinity and aggression are based on outdated science.
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