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September 1, 2026

Trump Nominates Hung Cao as Permanent Navy Secretary Amid Deployment Concerns

  • President Trump has nominated Hung Cao, the acting Navy Secretary, for the permanent position, emphasizing his military background as a 'true warrior.'
  • Cao has been in the acting role since late April, following the unexpected departure of John Phelan.
  • Concerns have emerged regarding the strain on sailors during the USS Abraham Lincoln's lengthy deployment in support of the Iran war, prompting calls for accountability from Congress.

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