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 Nicholas Slayton Published Feb 13, 2026 2:27 PM EST The commander ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Capt. Chavius Lewis speaks at the change of command ceremony for the destroyer USS Mason at Naval Station Mayport, Nov. 14, 2024. ...

The commander of the U.S. Navy destroyer USS Mason was relieved of duty Friday, service officials announced without providing specific details about the decision. Capt. Chavius G. Lewis, who had ...

An abrupt change in the chain of command aboard the destroyer USS Mason raises concerns about discipline, leadership, and the pressures facing the Navy.

The Navy relieved the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason on Friday, Feb. 13, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command, according to an official Navy release.

Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG-87), sails in the Red Sea in support of Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG) Jan. 31, 2024. US Navy Photo The commanding officer of destroyer ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Capt. Chavius Lewis was removed from command of the USS Mason on Feb. 13, 2026. The commander of the Arleigh Burke-class ...

Capt. Chavius Lewis speaks at the change of command ceremony for the destroyer USS Mason at Naval Station Mayport, Nov. 14, 2024. (MC2 Alexa H. Trafton/U.S. Navy) The Navy has dismissed the commanding ...