Although retired as a full admiral, Mauz's retirement was delayed by Congress due to allegations he mishandled sexual harassment complaints.
Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) was chiefly responsible for the delay.
In a letter to her, Mauz stated:
You have commented on the need to hold our senior officers accountable.
I suggest that a U.S. senator has the same code and that in the case of your actions during my confirmation you should also be held accountable.
You showed little interest in the truth.

Mauz was later confirmed by a vote of 92-6 in favor of allowing him to retire at 4-star rank.
Although retired as a full admiral, Mauz's retirement was delayed by Congress due to allegations he mishandled sexual harassment complaints. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) was chiefly responsible for the delay. In a letter to her, Mauz stated:
You have commented on the need to hold our senior officers accountable. I suggest that a U.S. senator has the same code and that in the case of your actions during my confirmation you should also be held accountable. You showed little interest in the truth.
Mauz was later confirmed by a vote of 92-6 in favor of allowing him to retire at 4-star rank.
Henry H. Mauz Jr.