USS South Dakota Command Triad Relieved After October Grounding

The commanding officer, executive officer, and chief of the boat of the USS South Dakota (SSN-790) were relieved on Oct. 14 following a grounding incident, as disclosed in a letter from House Armed Services Committee members. The relief of an entire command triad is a rare and severe action, indicating a significant loss of confidence in leadership. The incident's operational impact and any damage to the submarine remain undisclosed, raising questions about the extent of the grounding and its implications for submarine readiness.

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