Fri Jan 24 21:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Trump Nominates Fired Space Force Officer for Top Air Force Post, Sparking Concerns

**WASHINGTON, D.C. –** President Donald Trump has nominated Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier to be the undersecretary of the Air Force, a move that has raised concerns within the Space Force. Lohmeier, who was previously fired from the Space Force for criticizing diversity initiatives, was publicly promised a position in the Trump administration after he voiced his concerns to the then-candidate at a North Carolina town hall.

Lohmeier’s dismissal from the 11th Space Warning Squadron stemmed from comments he made promoting his book, “Irresistible Revolution,” which criticizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within the military. He also filed an inspector general complaint alleging unethical behavior by a superior officer, a complaint which he claims was never investigated.

The Space Force is reportedly apprehensive about Lohmeier’s appointment, fearing potential retribution against officers who disagree with his views. One anonymous Space Force official expressed concerns about Lohmeier’s potential personal biases against senior leaders. This anxiety is further fueled by the fact that Lt. Gen. Stephen Whiting, who fired Lohmeier, has since been promoted to head of U.S. Space Command.

Lohmeier, who has appeared on numerous conservative media outlets voicing controversial opinions, including alleging U.S. involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage, has expressed gratitude for the nomination on X (formerly Twitter). The appointment, along with Trump’s nomination of Troy Meink for Air Force Secretary, signals a potential shift in priorities for the Space Force under a second Trump administration. The nominations are currently pending confirmation.

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