Pituffik Space Base Commander Space Force Col. Susannah Meyers was removed from her position following an email commenting on Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Greenland.
In a base-wide email, Meyers wrote that she “spent the weekend thinking about Friday’s visit — the actions taken, the words spoken, and how it must have affected each of you,” Military.com reported. “I do not presume to understand current politics, but what I do know is the concerns of the U.S. administration discussed by Vice President Vance on Friday are not reflective of Pituffik Space Base.”
Meyers added in the email, “I commit that, for as long as I am lucky enough to lead this base, all of our flags will fly proudly — together.”
Space Force commented on Meyers’ removal, releasing a statement on the matter reading, “Colonel Susannah Meyers, commander of Pituffik Space Base was removed from command by Colonel Kenneth Klock, commander of Space Base Delta 1, on April 10, 2025 for loss of confidence in her ability to lead.”
“Commanders are expected to adhere to the highest standards of conduct, especially as it relates to remaining nonpartisan in the performance of their duties,” the statement said.
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell also released a statement, sharing on X, “Actions to undermine the chain of command or to subvert President Trump’s agenda will not be tolerated at the Department of Defense.”
Vance’s press secretary, Taylor Van Kirk, told Military.com that the vice president is “grateful for his visit to Pituffik Space Base and for the opportunity to meet with our brave servicemen and women stationed there.”
“President Trump has made his vision for an enhanced security footprint in the Arctic abundantly clear, and the Vice President is committed to implementing the President’s agenda,” Van Kirk said. “This includes strengthening the partnership and cooperation between the United States and Greenland, which is critical for both American national security and the safety of our partners worldwide.”
