The focus on DEI was cited as a reason for the termination of Linda Fagan from her position as Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, indicating it had a significant impact on her leadership evaluation.
DEI initiatives were criticized for potentially diverting resources from core duties like border security, which was highlighted as a failure in leadership.
The emphasis on DEI was seen as contributing to an "erosion of trust" within the organization, suggesting it negatively affected internal cohesion and trust in leadership.
Critics argue that prioritizing DEI over border security and other military responsibilities weakened the operational effectiveness of the Coast Guard.
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