I would not expect an American Captain or crew on any merchant vessel anywhere these days. They do exist but they are increasingly rare. Americans just don't do that kind of work anymore.
There are zero US flagged passenger vessels and only a total of 178 cargo ships of all types on the high seas today. The officers and crews are all "Multi-national".
Check this out...
https://freerepublic.com/focus/chat/4224718/posts?page=1923#1923
locals were piloting the ship out of the harbor, which is a typical practice
sauce ? again I ask..DEI pilots ?
Maritime pilots, who are required to be licensed, temporarily board a ship and help guide the vessel as it maneuvers through local waters. Pilot training programs are extensive and rigorous, according to Diamond, requiring years of experience navigating ships on the water, classroom simulations, and working under the supervision of licensed pilots.