Navy Secretary John Phelan Ousted

The sudden exit of John Phelan comes amidst a broader shake-up of senior military figures as the United States remains locked in a naval standoff with Iran.

Sources familiar with the matter suggest that Phelan's departure was the result of intense infighting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the administration's naval strategy.

Phelan, a billionaire campaign contributor, had reportedly clashed with top leaders over the development of a new 'Golden Fleet.' His removal follows the recent firing of the Army's top general, raising further questions about the increasing politicization of the U.S. military hierarchy.