Cmdr. Stephen Brickey saluted Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson, commander, Coast Guard Pacific Area, during the change of command ceremony for the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Alex Haley (WMEC-39) in Kodiak, Alaska, June 5, 2025. Alex Haley is a 282-foot Medium Endurance Cutter that performs search and rescue, fisheries law enforcement, and maritime security. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. j.g. John Walsh).