Navy Secretary John Phelan fired

The Pentagon has announced the immediate departure of Navy Secretary John Phelan, the first service head to leave during President Trump's second term.

Sources indicate that Phelan clashed with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the strategic implementation of the 'Golden Fleet' shipbuilding program.

Combat veteran Hung Cao has been appointed as acting secretary while a permanent replacement is sought.

This leadership change comes at a critical time as the Navy leads a maritime blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.