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Captain Lewis Relieved of Command of USS Mason

2/15/2026

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  • Captain Chavius G. Lewis was relieved of command of USS Mason for a 'loss of confidence,' per Rear Admiral Alexis T. Walker.
  • Lewis took command in November 2024 and has been reassigned to Naval Surface Group Southeast.
  • Captain Kevin Hoffman will serve as interim commander.
  • Navy says the change will not affect USS Mason's mission as the ship conducts a Composite Training Unit Exercise in the U.S. 2nd Fleet area.