Trump news at a glance: Pentagon replaces secretary of the navy amid US blockade in strait of Hormuz
Summary
The Pentagon announced that John Phelan, the secretary of the navy, is leaving his position immediately, with the navy undersecretary, Hung Cao, stepping in as acting secretary. This change happens amid increased tensions involving the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and other upheavals within the Pentagon’s leadership.Key Facts
- John Phelan, the navy’s top civilian official, is leaving his job immediately.
- Hung Cao, the navy undersecretary, will become acting secretary of the navy.
- The Pentagon did not give a reason for Phelan’s sudden departure.
- The U.S. navy has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports amid a fragile ceasefire in the Iran war.
- Iranian forces seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil supply.
- The Pentagon recently fired other top military leaders including the army’s chief, Gen Randy George.
- Polls show President Trump’s approval ratings slipping in areas like the economy, immigration, and the Iran conflict.
- The White House is working on a possible $500 million loan package to help Spirit Airlines amid rising fuel costs.
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