Navy Secretary John Phelan Ousted

The Pentagon has announced the sudden departure of Navy Secretary John Phelan, a billionaire campaign contributor who has led the department for 13 months.

Sources suggest Phelan was forced out after clashing with Pete Hegseth over the administration's 'Golden Fleet' initiative and the pace of submarine construction.

Undersecretary Hung Cao, a Trump-backed combat veteran, has been named acting secretary as the U.S. continues its maritime blockade of Iran.

This leadership shake-up occurs during a critical phase of the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.