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Trump Fires Navy Secretary With Iran Talks Looming, DHS “Sugarbaby” Sparks Security Concerns
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- NY POSTcast
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- Apr 23, 2026
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- 807
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Summary
President Trump has fired Secretary of the Navy John Phelan over his handling of the “Golden Fleet”shipbuilding initiative. The move comes as the Navy continues to play a leading role in the Iran war. As peace talks potentially loom there are questions about who truly holds power in Tehran. Meanwhile, a DHS counterterrorism official faces scrutiny after an ex-lover raises alarming claims about potential national security risks. Is this a case of political and personal retaliation, or a legitimate concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices