The US Navy has relieved the USS Mason (DDG 87) commanding officer, Capt. Chavius G. Lewis. The US Navy on Friday, February 13, announced that Commander, Carrier Strike Group 10, Rear Admiral Alexis T. Walker, has fired the destroyer commander “due to loss of confidence in Lewis’ ability to command.”

Even though the Navy has said the dismissal will not impact its mission, the firing could have ripple effects on board.

Capt. Chavius Lewis had been command of the guided-missile destroyer since Nov. 2024. No further reason was given for his firing by the Navy.

Guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG-103) and fast oiler USNS Supply (AOE-6) collided during an underway replenishment on Wednesday, according to a U.S. Southern Command statement. “Two personnel reported minor injuries and are in stable condition.

Two Navy ships collided during a refueling attempt just off the South American coast, according to a report. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Truxtun and the fast combat support ship USNS Supply

Capt. Chavius Lewis was relieved of his duties due to a "loss in confidence" in his ability to command, the Navy said.

The US Navy has removed Captain Chavius G. Lewis from command of the USS Mason, citing a "loss of confidence in ability to command." This decision, made by Rear Adm. Alexis T. Walker, occurred as the guided-missile destroyer prepares for deployment.

The Navy fired Capt. Chavius G. Lewis, who had commanded the ship since November 2024, “due to a loss of confidence in Lewis’ ability to command.”