NORFOLK, Va. — The commanding officer of the Norfolk-based USS Mesa Verde was relieved due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command, the Navy announced Thursday.
Capt. Michael D. Nordeen assumed command of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock in August 2022. He will be temporarily reassigned to Commander, Naval Force Atlantic, also in Norfolk.
Capt. Gregory Baker, the chief of staff for Commander Expeditionary Strike Group Two, will temporarily take over as commanding officer until a permanent relief is named.
The Navy said that the change in command won't impact the mission or schedule.
The USS Mesa Verde is located at Naval Station Norfolk and helps transport and land Marines, as well as their equipment and supplies.