Hegseth fires Secretary of the Navy after dispute over Trump's 'Golden Fleet' amid military departures

John C. Phelan stepped down from his high-ranking military role on Wednesday afternoon as Trump's battle with Tehran over the critical trading waterway continues.

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Apr 23, 2026 - 01:34
Hegseth fires Secretary of the Navy after dispute over Trump's 'Golden Fleet' amid military departures
John C. Phelan stepped down from his high-ranking military role on Wednesday afternoon as Trump's battle with Tehran over the critical trading waterway continues.
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