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Although thyroid hormones are well known for their roles in metabolism and development, their contribution to adaptive immunity, particularly in regulating T cell responses, remains incompletely understood. Emerging evidence suggests that thyroid\u2013immune interactions are context-dependent across physiological and pathological conditions. In this Perspective, we propose that thyroid hormone signaling acts as a systemic regulator of T cell responses, integrating endocrine, immune, and metabolic cues to fine-tune immune activity. Mechanistically, this regulation involves thyroid hormone receptor\u2013mediated pathways, interactions with cytokine networks, and immunometabolic programs that influence T cell differentiation and function. Clinically, thyroid dysfunction is associated with altered immune tolerance, autoimmune disease progression, and broader immune-related outcomes. Despite increasing interest in endocrine\u2013immune crosstalk, current models remain fragmented. 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