Pentagon removes top Navy official amid military shake-up
Summary
The Pentagon announced that John Phelan, the US Secretary of the Navy, has left his job immediately. This change is part of a larger series of removals of top military leaders under President Donald Trump while the US remains involved in an unresolved conflict with Iran.Key Facts
- John Phelan left his post as US Secretary of the Navy without a public explanation.
- Phelan’s departure follows the recent removal of other top military officers, including Army General Randy George.
- President Donald Trump has been replacing many senior military leaders since returning to office in early 2025.
- Notably, General Charles “CQ” Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was fired by the president in February 2025.
- Other dismissed officials include leaders from the Navy, Coast Guard, National Security Agency, Air Force, NATO, and military legal teams.
- The Pentagon has reduced the number of top generals and admirals as part of these changes.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the president is choosing preferred military leaders, but some lawmakers worry this could politicize the military.
- Undersecretary Hung Cao will serve as acting Navy Secretary following Phelan’s exit.
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