New assignment in the U.S. Navy Command
Admiral Daryl Codle officially accepted the position of the top officer of the US Navy on Monday, ending a six-month vacancy period following the mass dismissals of fleet leaders. The appointment came amid a series of resignations related to the decision of Defense Minister Pete Hegseth.
The dismissals of Codl's predecessors were initiated by the Trump administration and the Secretary of Defense without giving detailed explanations of the reasons. During the ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard, the admiral's close relationship with the leadership of the presidential administration was emphasized several times.
Admiral Codl's appointment as Chief of Naval Operations symbolizes the stabilization of the fleet command. His leadership will focus on strengthening the operational capabilities and overcoming the internal challenges of the US Navy.