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BIZARRE: 3 - What They Never Told You

First Thing: ‘Impossible’ to reopen strait of Hormuz amid ‘flagrant’ ceasefire breaches, Iran says

Iran seizes two ships in critical waterway as Washington and Tehran maintain separate blockades. Plus, Jodi Kantor on how to find a career you love

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23

Former inspector general urges audit of Epstein files release be conducted ‘without undue influence’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Apr 23

US Navy Secretary John Phelan leaves post amid Iran war in latest Pentagon shake-up

The Pentagon shakeup continued as US Navy Secretary John Phelan suddenly departed during the Iran war, with Trump-backed combat veteran Hung Cao taking over temporarily.

Euronews · Apr 23

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Why did Trump 'fire' US navy secretary abruptly amid Hormuz blockade? What reports claim

Navy Secretary John Phelan has been dismissed following reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg. Disagreements over the pace of naval modernization and shipbuilding priorities, as well as Phelan's direct communication with President Trump, led to his removal. Hung Cao has been appointed acting…

The Times of India · Apr 23

Who Is Hung Cao? The Combat Veteran Now Leading the U.S. Navy After Phelan Exit

From escaping Vietnam as a child to leading the U.S. Navy, Hung Cao's remarkable ascent has reached a new peak after the abrupt exit of John Phelan.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Pentagon shake-up continues: US navy secretary John Phelan steps down abruptly amid war with Iran

US Navy secretary John Phelan has abruptly resigned, with Hung Cao stepping in as acting chief. This departure occurs amidst heightened regional tensions, including the Navy's blockade of Iranian ports and ongoing operations in critical waterways. Phelan's exit is the latest in a series of significant leadership changes within the…

The Times of India · Apr 23

Trump news at a glance: Pentagon replaces secretary of the navy amid US blockade in strait of Hormuz

John Phelan is ‘departing the administration, effective immediately’ says Pentagon as undersecretary Hung Cao takes over – key US politics stories from 22 April 2026 at a glance

The Guardian - US · Apr 23

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Pentagon says navy secretary is leaving, marking another top leader’s departure

Exit of John Phelan, navy’s top civilian official, comes a week after Pete Hegseth fired army’s top officer

The Guardian - US · Apr 22

Why Navy Secretary John Phelan Left Trump's Pentagon — and Who Now Leads the Fleet

Navy Secretary John Phelan's sudden departure raises questions at the Pentagon. Hung Cao steps in as acting secretary amid ongoing naval challenges.

International Business Times UK · Apr 22

Pete Hegseth fires US navy chief of staff

Jon Harrison, appointed in January, had been key to broad changes in military branch’s policy and budgeting offices

The Guardian - US · Oct 4, 2025

At the Races: We don’t need no Education (Department) - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including more federal layoffs and Senate retirements.

Roll Call · Mar 13, 2025

Hung Cao Named Under Secretary Of US Navy By Trump

Retired Navy captain Hung Cao appointed as Under Secretary of the US Navy by President Trump, sparking discussions.

GOP hopeful sends debate off the rails when he says military needs ‘alpha’ recruits who will ‘eat their own guts’

Republican Virginia Senate candidate Hung Cao went on a wild rant during debate against Democrat Tim Kaine on October 2 2024

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2024

Virginia Senate Debate Highlights Military, Immigration, And Tariffs

Virginia Senator Tim Kaine and challenger Hung Cao debated on military, tariffs, and immigration issues at Norfolk State University.

Swinging for the fences in Virginia swing seat race - Roll Call

STAFFORD, Va. — Rep. Abigail Spanberger has held Virginia’s 7th District seat for three terms, outlasting other Democrats elected to swing seats in the 2018 “blue wave” with her reputation for bipartisanship. But with Spanberger leaving the House as she makes a 2025 gubernatorial run, both parties are invested in…

Reason · Sep 19, 2024

The Cutting Edge

Plus: The Federal Reserve cut interest rates, Congress still isn't cutting spending, and more....

Salon · Aug 19, 2024

Oliver calls out "weird" GOP candidates

The GOP is trying to shake the "weird" label. Its latest round of primary winners won't help

Hung Cao Secures Republican Nomination For Virginia Senate Seat

Hung Cao's win in the Republican primary sets the stage for a competitive U.S. Senate race in Virginia.

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Roll Call · Jun 18, 2024

Key results from Georgia runoff, Virginia and Oklahoma primaries - Roll Call

Rep. Tom Cole in Oklahoma had no problem with a primary challenge as elections also set November matchups in Georgia and Virginia.

GOP Faces Uphill Battle In Virginia Senate Race

Get insights into the dynamics of the Virginia Senate race as Tim Kaine and Republican challengers gear up for a closely contested battle with national imp...

Roll Call · Oct 16, 2023

Senate FEC roundup: Cruz outraised, Brown bragging rights - Roll Call

A look at financials of key Senate races in the third quarter as Democrats prepare to defend a narrow majority in 2024.

Roll Call · Jul 20, 2023

At the Races: Anti-woke appropriating - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

Roll Call · Jan 26, 2023

At the Races: Citizens, disunited - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022

Democrats hold onto key House seats in Virginia in early positive sign for party

But Democrats are not entirely out of the woods yet in Virginia

Roll Call · Nov 8, 2022

How vulnerable House incumbents fared in the 2022 midterms - Roll Call

Incumbent Democrats were defending 36 of the more than 50 competitive seats in the House in this year's midterm elections.

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