Trump officials warn decades-long decline among American men could carry national security consequences

A senior Department of Health and Human Services official says falling testosterone among American men is more than a medical matter, and that it bears on the country's ability to staff and field its armed forces. Adm. Brian Christine, a urologist with over 35 years in men's health, told Fox News Digital that the drop has continued for decades and has direct consequences for national defense readiness.

Christine helped shape an effort that prompted the Pentagon to adopt a testosterone deficiency screening policy last September. It applies to male troops who have reached age 30. He called the guidance "incredibly timely." The step fits a broader push by President Donald Trump's administration to rebuild the military, which has included stricter fitness standards, the end of diversity programs, changes to weapons purchasing and a sharper focus on combat lethality.

Christine also stressed how small the recruiting pool has become. By his account, 77% of Americans between 17 and 24 could not enlist without a waiver, with obesity and chronic illness among the causes. For young men, ineligibility tops 70%, and only about 3% of young Americans say they are interested in serving.

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