Trump has nominated acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the role permanently. The move comes as the Navy faces operational strain, political scrutiny and crew welfare concerns.

Hung Cao, a retired Navy captain and special operations veteran, has led the Department of the Navy for four months as President Trump now seeks Senate confirmation.

Trump urged the US Senate to confirm Cao quickly.  Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.