The Pentagon announced Wednesday that U.S. Navy Secretary John C. Phelan, a Trump appointee and former campaign donor, has resigned “effective immediately” amid escalating tensions with Iran.
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Iran Seizes Two Ships in Strait of Hormuz
His exit comes as the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz intensifies, with Iran seizing two vessels for alleged violations. President Trump has extended a ceasefire but insists the blockade will remain until Tehran delivers a unified peace proposal.
Decorated veteran Hung Cao will serve as acting Navy Secretary. The leadership change underscores the strain between Washington and Tehran as global fuel prices surge past $4 per gallon.
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