The US Senate on Monday confirmed John Phelan as the subsequent secretary of the Navy.
Phelan was confirmed in a 62-30 vote.
During his affirmation listening to earlier than the Senate Armed Services Committee final month, Phelan pledged to work to enhance the US Navy by addressing recruitment and retention within the department in addition to improve the Navy’s fleet amongst different points.
“If confirmed, I will use my business and military charitable work experience to ensure that our Navy and Marine Corps are prepared to meet the moment,” he mentioned.
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