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

The US Navy has relieved the USS Mason 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, ...

The Navy relieved the USS Mason’s commander during a key training exercise, a move that underscores accountability and the real cost leadership changes carry for crews.

USS Mason Captain Chavius G.

The commanding officer of destroyer USS Mason (DDG-87) was fired Friday, the Navy announced.  Rear Adm. Alexis Walker, the commander of Carrier Strike Group 10, relieved Capt. Chavius Lewis “due to a ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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.” ...