[8] In 1921, a special recall election, initiated by opponents of the NPL (the Independent Voters Association or IVA) successfully removed Hagan from office.

The other two members of the Industrial Commission, Governor Lynn Frazier and Attorney General William Lemke, were also removed from office.

[3][9][10][11] Because of infighting, controversies, and the recall election, the NPL and its influence over North Dakota government was weakened.

[3][14] In 1938, Hagan received the Republican nomination for governor, but he was defeated by John Moses, the Democratic contender.

[3][15] In 1942, Hagan received the Democratic nomination for Commissioner of Insurance, but he was defeated by Republican incumbent Oscar E.