Who is John Phelan the US Navy Secretary fired by Pete Hegseth?

US Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired by the Pentagon, with his departure taking effect immediately. Phelan's removal comes amid internal disputes, including tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. He was appointed in 2024 as a political ally of President Donald Trump, despite having no prior military or defence leadership experience. Phelan faced criticism for moving too slowly on shipbuilding reforms and strained relationships with key Pentagon figures