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politics1 year ago

Trump's Navy Secretary Pick Sparks Debate Over Military Experience

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated John Phelan, a financier with no military experience, as the secretary of the Navy. Phelan, a major donor to Trump's campaign, lacks a background in military policy or defense contracting, raising concerns about his qualifications for overseeing the Navy's vast operations and budget. This appointment follows Trump's pattern of selecting loyalists and media figures for key positions, emphasizing disruption over traditional qualifications.

via Military.com|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Businessman John Phelan as Navy Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated John Phelan, a businessman with no military experience, as the next secretary of the Navy. If confirmed, Phelan would be the first non-veteran in 15 years to hold the position, overseeing a vast workforce and budget. Trump praised Phelan's business acumen and leadership skills, emphasizing his commitment to the 'America First' vision. Phelan's appointment contrasts with the recent trend of veterans holding the role, as 20 of the last 26 Navy secretaries were veterans.

via NBC News|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Financier John Phelan as Navy Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated businessman John Phelan as Secretary of the Navy, marking the first time since 2009 that a non-veteran has been chosen for the role. Phelan, founder of Rugger Management LLC and a major Trump donor, lacks military experience but is praised by Trump for his leadership and business acumen. The Senate is expected to hold confirmation hearings in January, with Republicans likely to facilitate the process due to their majority.

via NavyTimes.com|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Financier John Phelan as Navy Secretary

Financier John Phelan has been nominated by Donald Trump to be the next Secretary of the Navy. Phelan, founder of Rugger Management LLC and former chairman of the firm managing Michael Dell's fortune, is also involved with the Spirit of America non-profit. Trump praised Phelan as a strong leader for the Navy, emphasizing his commitment to the "America First" vision. Phelan, a major Trump fundraiser, holds degrees from Southern Methodist University and Harvard Business School.

via USNI News|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Financier Phelan as Navy Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated businessman John Phelan, a major donor to his campaign, as the next Secretary of the Navy. Phelan, who leads the private investment firm Rugger Management and has no military experience, was chosen after interviews at Mar-a-Lago. This nomination, along with other appointments, suggests Trump's administration may prioritize bringing in outsiders rather than career bureaucrats to lead military and defense roles.

via POLITICO|
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