Assistant health secretary is highest ranking transgender person in Biden administration
Sam Brinton placed on administrative leave after first allegation
Blade spoke with Deputy Administrator Paloma Adams-Allen on Oct. 24
Obama Pentagon chief cleared way for trans servicemembers to serve openly
Policy change takes effect immediately
WH adviser remembered by gay community
NIAID director has served seven presidents
Final vote expected in March 2023
White House policy memo issued in 2021
So-called Remain in Mexico policy remains in place