Admiral Linda Fagan Evicted from Her Government-Funded Home by Homeland Security Officials After Her Removal as Coast Guard Commandant in Washington, D.C.

In a shocking turn of events, Admiral Linda L. Fagan, the former highest-ranking woman in the U.S. military, was given only three hours to vacate her government-funded home after her sudden removal from her position as Coast Guard commandant.

This decision, which is believed to be tied to her stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, has raised eyebrows and fueled speculation about the true motives behind the eviction.

The Unexpected Departure

Fagan, who had been serving as the Coast Guard’s commandant under President Biden’s administration, was fired by President Trump immediately after he took office on January 20.

The news reached her while she was preparing for a photo opportunity with Trump at the Commander in Chief Ball that evening.

Despite her dismissal, Fagan continued to reside at her government-provided home on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.

However, her stay would not last long.

On Tuesday, Fagan was informed by Homeland Security officials that she was being forced to vacate the premises.

Initially, she had been granted a 60-day waiver to find new housing, but that changed abruptly when officials informed the acting commandant, Kevin Lundy, that the president wanted her out immediately.

At 2 p.m. that day, Lundy reportedly notified Fagan that she had only three hours to leave her home.

A Strange Power Play and a Battle Over Personal Property

According to a close friend of Fagan, the eviction was seen as a “petty and personal” move.

Shortly after receiving the notice to vacate, Fagan’s team was contacted by aides to Sean Plankey, a senior adviser at the Department of Homeland Security and retired Coast Guard officer.

They were instructed to leave the house unlocked so that interior photos could be taken.

However, Fagan was firm in her refusal, reportedly telling Coast Guard officials, “I do not authorize them to come into my house, whether I’m there or not.”

When the request was relayed back to Plankey’s team, Fagan’s refusal was clear, with the added warning that any attempt to enter the house would be considered trespassing.

Despite this, Fagan decided to leave the home, though she reportedly left behind many of her personal items and household belongings.

The Fallout and the Official Narrative

After her departure, Fagan spent the night with friends, while U.S. Transportation Command was tasked with moving her personal effects out of the house.

A Homeland Security official confirmed that she was provided with new housing, although it remains unclear whether the eviction order came directly from President Trump or if his name was used without his knowledge.

The official, however, defended the eviction, stating, “She was terminated with cause two weeks ago today, and she was still living in those admiral quarters.”

The Department of Homeland Security had previously stated that Fagan’s removal was due to “leadership deficiencies, operational failures, and her inability to advance the strategic objectives of the U.S. Coast Guard.”

They also cited her failure to secure the border, stop drug trafficking, and address personnel recruitment and retention issues, with an “excessive focus” on DEI programs being a major concern.

Fagan’s Legacy and Her Stance on Diversity

Fagan’s supporters have long praised her career, especially her role as the first woman to lead a branch of the U.S. armed forces.

When Biden nominated her as commandant in April 2022, many hailed the move as a historic milestone.

However, her views on diversity were polarizing, as she was outspoken about the importance of diverse teams.

In a 2023 interview with Military Families Magazine, Fagan argued, “Diverse work teams outperform homogenous teams.

They’re just stronger, more resilient, have better perspectives and deeper strength of thought.”

The clash between Fagan’s commitment to diversity and the administration’s more traditional stance on military leadership has become a focal point in the aftermath of her removal.

The tension surrounding her eviction continues to spark debate over the broader implications of diversity policies within the military and government agencies.

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