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Navy USS Mason commander fired: Here’s what to know

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Commander of US destroyer fired over collision with refueling tanker in Caribbean

The Navy was embarrassed by footage of two of its ships colliding, with a loud crunch followed by shouting: “We’ve been hit, ...
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Navy Uss Mason Commander Fired: Navy Reassigns Capt. Chavius Lewis Without Disrupting Mission

The U.S. Navy relieved Capt. Chavius Lewis of command of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason on February 13, 2026, citing a “loss of confidence” in his leadership abilities. This decision came from ...
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Navy relieves USS Truxtun commander following collision with oiler

Cmdr. James Koffi, commanding officer of the destroyer USS Truxtun, was relieved “due to a loss of confidence” in his ability ...