Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving, Pentagon says, in latest departure of a top defense leader
Summary
The Pentagon said that John Phelan, the Secretary of the Navy, is leaving his job immediately. Navy Undersecretary Hung Cao will take over as acting secretary.Key Facts
- John Phelan was the top civilian leader of the Navy.
- The Pentagon announced his departure on a Wednesday.
- Phelan's departure is effective immediately.
- Navy Undersecretary Hung Cao will become acting Navy secretary.
- Phelan spoke at the Navy’s annual conference just one day before leaving.
- The announcement was made by Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell.
- The decision was shared through a statement on social media.
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