Navy Relieves Captain of USS Harry S. Truman After Collision

The U.S. Navy has relieved Capt. Dave Snowden of his command of the USS Harry S. Truman following a collision with the cargo ship Besiktas-M on February 12 near Port Said, Egypt. The Navy cited a 'loss of confidence in [Snowden's] ability to command' as the reason for his removal, which is a standard rationale for such actions. The Truman suffered damage to its hull but remains operational and is currently in Souda Bay, Greece, for structural assessment and repairs. Capt. Christopher Hill, previously in command of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, has been appointed as the interim commander of the Truman. The Navy emphasized its commitment to holding commanding officers accountable to high standards, stating that this firing will not affect the Truman's mission or schedule. No injuries were reported in the incident, which has raised questions about the Navy's transparency regarding leadership changes.