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Female Air Force Colonel Who Championed Women in Military Leadership Roles Relieved of Command in Hawaii

Col. Julie Sposito-Salceies’s abrupt removal from command underscores the Air Force’s unyielding commitment to high leadership standards amids shifting political tides. #AirForceLeadership
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As recently reported by Military.com, the U.S. Air Force has relieved Col. Julie Sposito-Salceies from her command of the 613th Air Operations Center (AOC) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. The decision, effective January 16, 2025, was made by Gen. Kevin Schneider, commander of Pacific Air Forces, citing a “loss of confidence in her ability to command the organization.”

If you are a frequent reader of the site, you’ll note that this is an increasingly common trend among commanders these days, both male and female. It happens in all branches of service and seems to be gender-blind.