7th Fleet Commander relieved due to loss of confidence

Adm. Scott Swift, commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, has been relieved the commander of Seventh Fleet, Vice Adm. Joseph Aucoin, due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command, the U.S. Navy website said in a news release.

Rear Adm. Phil Sawyer, who has already been nominated and confirmed for the position and promotion to vice admiral, will assume command immediately, the report said.