[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 65 (Thursday, April 10, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1583]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING COAST GUARD ADMIRAL LINDA FAGAN

  (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor U.S. Coast Guard 
Admiral Linda Fagan, a trailblazer. Her decades of service have 
strengthened our Nation and brought pride to the people of Ohio.
  Throughout her distinguished 40-year career, Admiral Fagan broke 
barriers. She led with strength of purpose. As the first woman to serve 
as Commandant of the United States Coast Guard and the first woman to 
lead a branch of our Armed Forces, she made history with integrity and 
fortitude.
  Admiral Fagan's service spanned all seven continents. From the icy 
waters of the poles to ports around the world, she safeguarded our 
Nation's interests with professionalism and resolve. Her deep expertise 
in marine safety is unmatched, and she holds the title of Gold Ancient 
Trident, the first of that honor and a symbol of enduring leadership in 
one of the Coast Guard's most critical missions.
  Yet, patriots must acknowledge with concern the abrupt dismissal of 
Admiral Fagan just 1 day after a Presidential inauguration, with only 3 
hours' notice.
  Actions that politicize our armed services undermine the trust and 
stability of these institutions. Admiral Fagan's legacy is not one of 
partisanship but patriotism.
  Let us honor and thank her for her service. Our military remains 
above political winds, guided, as she was, by our Constitution, 
principle, high professionalism, and a deep love of country.
  I thank Admiral Fagan for her service.
  Now, we have the watch.

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