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Hung Cao’s bid for Navy secretary faces choppy waters post-USS Abraham Lincoln

The Hill·September 22, 2026·1 min read
Hung Cao’s bid for Navy secretary faces choppy waters post-USS Abraham Lincoln

President Trump officially nominated Hung Cao to be Navy secretary on Sept. 1, but his confirmation is in jeopardy after Democratic senators said they won't support the waiver he needs. Cao, a Trump loyalist, has served as acting Navy head since April. The waiver is required for his appointment to proceed.

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