Shipbuilding Initiatives a Priority for Acting NavSec Cao
Hung Cao has been named acting NavySec following the abrupt firing of John Phelan last week, after alleged infighting with senior Pentagon leaders over the Navy secretary’s execution of shipbuilding plans. News reports say tensions between DefSec Pete Hegseth and Phelan had been building for months.
Likely No End for Shutdown This Week
The federal government shutdown will likely extend past this week as the House will not be in session. Congress failed to reach a funding deal on Friday, as Republicans and Democrats remain at odds over health care subsidies.
Trump Ushers Shipbuilding Into White House
President Donald Trump promised to establish a new office of shipbuilding within the White House to revitalize the industry and bolster American naval strength, during his national address. The vow was included among broader plans to “boost our defense industrial base” for America.
