Staff Reports
Former Coast Guard Admiral Linda Lee Fagan has officially been shown the door from her fancy admiral quarters, a mere two weeks after President Trump determined that her services would no longer be required. After being unceremoniously booted from her position at the start of the Trump administration, Fagan received an eviction notice on Tuesday, leaving her scrambling for a new place to call home—an ex-admiral without a place to hang her hat.
The Department of Homeland Security decided to roll out the welcome mat for the exit by giving Fagan just three hours to vacate her quarters at Joint Base Anacostia Bolling in Washington, D.C. While she had initially been granted a 60-day waiver to look for alternative housing, it seems that DHS had a change of heart, perhaps inspired by the President’s sentiments.
Fagan’s dismissal wasn’t merely a case of sour grapes; it was rooted in serious issues she encountered during her tenure. Allegations of an excessive focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives overshadowed real crisis management—like the uphill battle of securing the U.S. border. It begs the question: at what point do broader social objectives undermine the mission of national security? As they say, priorities, people!
Unsurprisingly, the decision to evict Fagan was likely not a spontaneous one. Reports pointed to Acting Commandant Kevin Lunday being directed to get her out because the President wanted her gone. Though a DHS official claimed not to know if Trump personally ordered the eviction, it’s hard to believe his influence wasn’t at play in the whirlwind that led to Fagan’s unfortunate afternoon of packing.
So, a fired personnel is evicted. That means she refused to leave. What's the issue here? DJT is her Commander, or was, until she was fired—>Trump Administration Evicts Former Coast Guard Leader from Her House https://t.co/N4X60aeC1T via @BreitbartNews
— Marian Clough (@marian_clough) February 6, 2025
Fagan’s problematic record as a leader makes her ousting appear less like a petty revenge plot and more a necessary adjustment. When a Coast Guard leader struggles with border security, fails to hold people accountable during a sexual assault scandal, and grapples with basic operational efficiency, it’s time to rethink their role. Not exactly top-tier qualifications for an admiral, wouldn’t you agree?
As she exited the premises, Fagan could be seen leaving behind many of her personal items. Apparently, she wasn’t ready to walk out the door with everything neatly packed away, which raises the awkwardness factor significantly. Who knew being an ex-admiral came with the added pressure of an impromptu moving day? Meanwhile, DHS reportedly arranged alternative accommodations for her—a good reminder that even a former admiral needs somewhere to catch their breath after a turbulent transition.
