President Trump reflected on “American Heroes Week” on Friday, saying the White House has “celebrated, saluted and honored” U.S. military and police heroes, the same week he announced a ban on transgender people serving in the military.

During his weekly address, Trump highlighted the events that made up the military themed week, including the commissioning of the newest Navy aircraft carrier and first responders from last month’s congressional baseball shooting receiving the Medal of Valor.

“All American heroes, whether they patrol the oceans, protect our Capitol, safeguard our streets, or serve in many other ways, share a common bond. They believe in America, they love our citizens and they will stop at nothing to defend our safety and our freedom,” the president said.

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“Throughout our history, heroes have answered the call of duty to defend our country in its hour of need, and they’re always there for us,” Trump went on to say.

“Our heroes show us who we are as a nation and a people. They remind us that every citizen is capable of greatness, and they renew the promise that America will grow stronger and greater than ever before,” he said.

However, the president singled out transgender service members earlier this week when he announced a ban on transgender people joining the military, sparking outrage on both sides of the political aisle.

After consultation with my Generals and military experts, please be advised that the United States Government will not accept or allow...... — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 26, 2017

....Transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military. Our military must be focused on decisive and overwhelming..... — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 26, 2017

The New York Times reported Defense Secretary James Mattis, who was on vacation at the time of the announcement was “appalled” by the decision.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Joseph Dunford, the highest ranking military officer in the U.S., said in a letter the military’s current policy on transgender troops will not change until the president sends his change directly to the Pentagon.

Dunford said “there are questions” about Trump’s announcement.

Nineteen attorneys general called on Congress to block Trump’s ban Friday, saying it undermines the U.S. “national security goal.”

The Senate has yet to take up the National Defense Authorization Act, and it is possible an amendment could be debated on the floor to address Trump’s ban.

The Obama administration lifted the ban on transgender service members in 2016, and 250 troops have come out as transgender since.