Donald Trump has nominated Hung Cao, currently serving as acting navy secretary, for the permanent position. Cao, a former special operations officer with extensive military experience, takes over following John Phelan's unexpected departure. His nomination comes as concerns grow over the strain on naval forces due to ongoing operations related to the conflict with Iran.
In other political developments, Senator Ed Markey secured the Democratic primary win in Massachusetts, while tensions rise within the Teamsters union as leadership backs Republican candidates despite a majority of members supporting Democrats. Additionally, the House of Representatives voted to censure Congressman Chuck Edwards for violating sexual harassment rules.