The Trump administration removed the commander at Greenland Space Station on Thursday.
“Colonel Susanna Myers, who was leading the Pitafik Space Station, was dismissed from her position by Colonel Kenneth Croc, the commander of Space Station Delta 1, on April 10, 2025. Thursday’s statement.
“Commanders must maintain the highest levels of ethical conduct, particularly when it comes to acting independently while executing their responsibilities.”
Meyers, who led the 821st Space Base Group, issued a message to all officials at Pituffik on March 31 after Vice President Vance delivered a speech announcing that the US would attempt to take control of the Arctic Island.
“We believe that the Greenlanders will seek independence from Denmark through self-determination and subsequently engage in discussions with the people of Greenland,” Vance shared with journalists two weeks ago.
Three days later, Myers conveyed in a message, “I took the weekend to reflect on my visit last Friday – the actions taken, the comments made, and how they must have impacted each of you.”
“I cannot claim to grasp the political landscape right now, but I understand that the issues raised by the US administration as discussed by Vice President Vance last Friday do not represent the views of the Pituffik Space Base,” the former commander mentioned in an email. Military.com.
Vance’s engagement with his wife, Second Usha, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and national security adviser Mike Waltz, was not well received by the Greenlanders, who have consistently advocated for independence since the start of the New Year.
“As long as we are fortunate enough to oversee this base, we pledge to ensure all of our flags are flown with pride.
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell criticized the dismissal, stating that those ignoring the chain of command will face appropriate consequences.
“Any action that undermines the command structure or disrupts President Trump’s agenda will not be accepted by the Department of Defense,” Parnell stated. Thursday’s post x.
Colonel Sean Lee was appointed to take over after Myers was terminated.
Her removal occurred shortly after President Trump dismissed National Security Director General Timothy Howe and several other senior security officials due to loyalty issues.
