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Navy Fires USS Truxtun Commander After Collision Incident

2/24/2026

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The U.S. Navy relieved Cmdr. James Koffi of USS Truxtun after a collision with the USNS Supply on February 11, 2026.
Rear Adm. Carlos Sardiello cited a "loss of confidence" as the reason for Cmdr. James Koffi's dismissal.
The Truxtun is in port in Ponce, Puerto Rico, supporting U.S. military operations against narcotics trafficking near Venezuela.
Cmdr. Taylor Auclair is the new commanding officer of USS Truxtun.

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The U.S. Navy relieved Cmdr. James Koffi of USS Truxtun after a collision with the USNS Supply on February 11, 2026.
Rear Adm. Carlos Sardiello cited a "loss of confidence" as the reason for Cmdr. James Koffi's dismissal.
The Truxtun is in port in Ponce, Puerto Rico, supporting U.S. military operations against narcotics trafficking near Venezuela.
Cmdr. Taylor Auclair is the new commanding officer of USS Truxtun.