Navy Secretary John Phelan Ousted

The Pentagon has announced the sudden exit of John Phelan, the Navy’s top civilian official, without providing a specific reason for the dismissal.

Sources indicate that Phelan had repeatedly clashed with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the management of the naval blockade against Iran.

Undersecretary Hung Cao will assume the role of acting secretary as the administration navigates a critical phase of maritime hostilities.

This move follows the recent removal of other senior military officers, raising concerns about the stability of defense leadership during active conflict.