Navy Secretary John Phelan Is Leaving the Pentagon and the Trump Administration
Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly moved to oust Phelan following persistent disagreements over the Navy's strategic direction and promotion standards.
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Published Apr 23, 2026
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Navy Secretary John Phelan was fired following months of infighting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and disputes over a massive new shipbuilding initiative, including the proposed 'Trump-class' battleship.
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