PBS · 14 May 2026
WATCH LIVE: Navy Acting Secretary Hung Cao testifies on budget as Trump discusses Iran with Xi
Cao, a 25-year Navy combat veteran who ran unsuccessful campaigns for the U.S. Senate and House in Virginia, stepped in to lead the department after the departure of former Navy Secretary John Phelan, who unexpectedly left the post in April.
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Navy Acting Secretary Hung Cao's testimony on the budget coincides with Trump's discussions on Iran with Xi, highlighting the intersection of military leadership and international diplomacy. Cao's background as a combat veteran and political candidate adds depth to his role in shaping naval strategy amidst geopolitical tensions.
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