Lieutenant commander (United States) Thomas Dodge is being considered for a third time for submarine command. He has previously been passed over for his unorthodox command methods, a "brushing" incident with a Russian Navy submarine, and a genital tattoo he acquired on shore leave while drunk following the incident. Another selection denial will result in Dodge being dropped from the Navy's command program. Rear admiral (United States) Yancy Graham, who dislikes Dodge, especially speaks out against Dodge's command promotion.