In a statement late Thursday, the Space Force said Colonel Susan Meyers was removed as commander of Pituffik Space Base in Greenland over a “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. Military.com reported Thursday that Meyers sent the base-wide email defending the base’ relationship with Denmark and Greenland following Vance’ visit two weeks ago.

A US official confirmed Friday to the AP that Meyers sent the email and its contents showing support for Greenland and Denmark. The official spoke on condition of anonymity to provide additional details not made public. Greenland is a territory of Denmark, which is a NATO ally of the United States. Trump wants to annex the territory, claiming it’s needed for national security purposes, and Vance’s visit in late March set off heated rhetoric between the US and Denmark, with Trump refusing to take the use of military force off the table. (Jamaica Gleaner)