Cmdr. Steven Baldovsky, commanding officer, Coast Guard Cutter Alex Haley (WMEC-39) is presented with an award by Vice Adm. Andrew Tiongson, commander, Coast Guard Pacific Area, during the change of command ceremony for the Alex Haley 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).