The Trump administration has dismissed Admiral Linda Lee Fagan, the first woman to lead a branch of the US armed forces, citing “leadership deficiencies, operational failures, and inability to advance the strategic objectives of the US Coast Guard.” Fagan was nominated by former President Joe Biden to lead the Coast Guard in 2021, becoming the first female leader of a branch of the US military.
One reason for her dismissal was her “excessive” focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, which the Trump administration has vowed to eliminate from federal agencies.
The Coast Guard has faced scrutiny for sexual assault allegations, and Fagan’s removal is being viewed in light of these ongoing issues.
