Navy secretary
Coverage of Navy secretary in the Nexus archive.
- Navy secretary’s removal points to Trump’s anxiety over shipbuilding
Navy Secretary John Phelan, a Trump fundraiser and billionaire, was abruptly fired after 13 months in office, reflecting President Trump's anxiety over his ambitious and divisive shipbuilding agenda. The removal highlights turbulence under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon.
- Trump says Navy secretary had 'some conflict' with others
President Donald Trump stated that the Navy secretary had 'some conflict' with others, indicating potential interpersonal issues within the administration. The comment was made without providing specific details about the nature of the conflicts.
- Details on firing of Navy secretary amid Iran war, Strait of Hormuz blockade
John Phelan was fired as Navy secretary by the Pentagon amid tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The announcement was made by the Pentagon, as reported by CBS News' Ed O'Keefe.
- Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz, Pentagon says Navy secretary is out
Iran released a video showing the seizure of ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while a top Pentagon official abruptly resigned. The incident and resignation occurred amid heightened tensions in the region.
- US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says
US Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his post immediately, as stated by the Pentagon. He is the latest high-ranking military leader to depart the administration in recent months.
- Navy secretary stepping down 13 months into job
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his position after 13 months, as announced by the Pentagon. The Pentagon expressed gratitude for his service to the Department and the United States Navy.