Courtney Statement On The Change Of Command At The Undersea Warfighting Development Center

WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) made the following statement after Rear Admiral Jeffrey Trussler was relieved by Rear Admiral James E. Pitts as Commander of the Undersea Warfighting Development Center:

“It has been both a pleasure and an honor working with Rear Admiral Trussler during his time as the first commanding officer of the Undersea Warfighting Development Center,” said Courtney. “Admiral Trussler had a huge challenge coming into the role, both in starting up the UWDC and bringing a flag officer back to Submarine Base New London. He succeeded on all accounts, making the UWDC a recognized force throughout the Navy and in further emphasizing the key role that the base plays in meeting our nation’s top national security challenges. I truly appreciate all he has done for us here in eastern Connecticut and the contributions he will continue to make in his new role in Washington.

“I welcome Rear Admiral Pitts as the Commander of the Undersea Warfighting Development Center. Rear Admiral Pitts is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, and has served with distinction over the past three decades. I know his extensive experience as a submariner will serve him well in his new role at Naval Submarine Base New London. I look forward to working with him as he takes on this new role.”

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