NEW : However , some members group express disappointment . Appellate panel says it needs more time to make a final decision . The administration argued that changing it abruptly `` risks causing significant immediate harm to the military and its efforts to be prepared to implement an orderly repeal of the statute . '' Defense Department says it will enforce the policy as set by courts . The administration favors repealing the policy , but not abruptly .
NEW : However , some members group express disappointment . Appellate panel says it needs more time to make a final decision . Defense Department says it will enforce the policy as set by courts . The administration favors repealing the policy , but not abruptly .