US Navy secretary abruptly ‘departing’ amid Iran blockade

4/22/2026, 10:09:16 PM en source ↗

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US Navy Secretary John C. Phelan was abruptly dismissed during the ongoing Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, adding to instability in Pentagon civilian leadership at a critical moment in the conflict.

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Preview US Navy Secretary John C. Phelan has left the administration effective immediately, with no reason given for the abrupt move
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