Trump praises ousted Navy Secretary Phelan amid tensions with Pentagon leadership

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Navy Secretary John Phelan was removed from his post after months of tensions with senior Pentagon leadership, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. Multiple officials told Fox News Digital that both War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg had concerns with Phelan’s … Read more

Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz, Pentagon says Navy secretary is out

Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz, Pentagon says Navy secretary is out – CBS News Watch CBS News Iran released video that appears to show ship seizures in the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as a top Pentagon official suddenly steps down from his post. CBS News’ Aaron Navarro and Aaron MacLean have more. … Read more

Navy secretary fired and our NFL draft predictions: Morning Rundown

Navy Secretary John Phelan is the latest defense official to leave the Trump administration amid the Iran war. A look ahead at one of the most unpredictable NFL drafts in recent memory. And ICE quietly rolls back some of its most aggressive immigration policies. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free … Read more

Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving in latest departure of a top defense leader

WASHINGTON — Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his job, the Pentagon abruptly announced Wednesday, the first head of a military service to depart during President Donald Trump’s second term but just the latest top defense leader to step down or be ousted. No reason was given for the unexpected departure of the Navy’s top … Read more

Navy Secretary John Phelan leaves Trump administration

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Navy Secretary John Phelan leaves Trump administration 00:31 UP NEXT U.S. Marines board and seize Iranian-flagged cargo ship 00:33 President Trump says U.S. struck & seized Iranian tanker 02:24 ‘Incredibly dangerous’: Gen. Caine breaks down the timeline of … Read more

Navy Secretary John Phelan exits administration during Iran war

Navy Secretary John Phelan will leave the Trump administration “effective immediately,” chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell announced Wednesday, marking the latest departure of a top defense official this year. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “On behalf of the Secretary of War and Deputy Secretary of … Read more