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The commander of the 1st Brigade Combat Team at Fort Bliss Col. Earl B. Higgins Jr has been relieved of his duties after an investigation.
The investigation concluded that Higgins had committed “multiple violations of the Army’s sexual harassment and Equal opportunity regulations and policies, Created a hostile work environment and Failed to treat subordinates with dignity and respect,” the statement read.
Based on the investigation done by an officer senior to Higgins, relieved Higgins of his duties for “lack of trust and confidence in Higgins’ ability to command.”
Our soldiers deserve the best leadership the Army can provide. Based on the findings of the investigation, and in the best interests of the soldiers of the Ready First Brigade, A decision is made to relieve Col. Higgins of duty.”
Lt. Col. Stephen Phillips, commander of the 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, will serve as acting brigade commander until the Army appoints a replacement for Higgins.
Higgins took command of the brigade in July 2015.
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