Capt. William Harkin, the commanding officer of Destroyer Squadron 2, was relieved of command Saturday because of a loss of confidence in his ability to perform his duties, the Navy said in a statement.
The Navy ousted the commodore of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 2 on Saturday, citing a “loss of confidence” in his ability to perform his duties. The Commander of Norfolk-based Carrier Strike Group 12, Rear Adm. Erik Eslich, relieved Capt. William Harkin, who will be reassigned to the staff of Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic. Capt. James Von St. Paul will assume the duties as commodore .
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