The US military has terminated Col. Susannah Meyers from her position at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland after she publicly distanced herself from Vice President JD Vance’s critical remarks about Denmark.
**US Dismisses Greenland Base Commandant for Publicly Resisting Vance's Remarks**
**US Dismisses Greenland Base Commandant for Publicly Resisting Vance's Remarks**
Military Leadership Shake-Up in Greenland Following Criticism of Denmark
Col. Susannah Meyers, the commanding officer at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland, has been fired amid allegations of undermining US leadership. The decision came after Meyers sent an email to staff expressing that Vice President JD Vance's statements concerning Denmark's approach to Greenland were "not reflective" of the base's views. The US military's Space Operations Command cited a "loss of confidence in her ability to lead" as the primary reason for her dismissal. Vance's controversial comments during his recent visit to Greenland included assertions that Denmark had neglected its responsibilities towards the territory, as well as hints of a US desire to annex Greenland, which both Greenlandic and Danish leaders have vehemently opposed.
The email, which became public through a military news source, indicated Meyers's disengagement from Vance's view that Denmark had failed to invest adequately in the region's security. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell emphasized that any actions undermining the chain of command would not be tolerated. Following Meyers's ousting, Col. Shawn Lee has been appointed to take over her duties. The incident underscores the military's emphasis on maintaining a nonpartisan forum within its ranks.
Meanwhile, both Denmark and Greenland have united against the notion of US annexation, with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen publicly addressing President Trump, asserting that annexation of countries is unacceptable. She reassured that Denmark is enhancing its military presence in the Arctic, advocating collaboration with the US for regional defense.
With its historical military strategy centered on Greenland, the US views the location as crucial for national security, particularly in the context of potential threats from Russia. Although 70% of Greenlanders favor independence from Denmark, there is no push to join the US, as highlighted by their long-standing provincial relationship with Denmark. The situation continues to evolve, with the backdrop of Cold War tensions resurfacing in the Arctic region.
The email, which became public through a military news source, indicated Meyers's disengagement from Vance's view that Denmark had failed to invest adequately in the region's security. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell emphasized that any actions undermining the chain of command would not be tolerated. Following Meyers's ousting, Col. Shawn Lee has been appointed to take over her duties. The incident underscores the military's emphasis on maintaining a nonpartisan forum within its ranks.
Meanwhile, both Denmark and Greenland have united against the notion of US annexation, with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen publicly addressing President Trump, asserting that annexation of countries is unacceptable. She reassured that Denmark is enhancing its military presence in the Arctic, advocating collaboration with the US for regional defense.
With its historical military strategy centered on Greenland, the US views the location as crucial for national security, particularly in the context of potential threats from Russia. Although 70% of Greenlanders favor independence from Denmark, there is no push to join the US, as highlighted by their long-standing provincial relationship with Denmark. The situation continues to evolve, with the backdrop of Cold War tensions resurfacing in the Arctic region.
