POLITICS09/02/26

Hung Cao Navy Secretary Nomination

Trump nominates acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao to permanently lead the service.

Photo: Fox News Politics

FRAMING Washington Post emphasized Background And Biography; Fox News Politics emphasized Patriot Warrior Endorsement.

WHAT BOTH SIDES REPORT

▸Cao is a Vietnamese refugee, Navy veteran who had been serving as acting secretary. — Washington Post, Fox News Politics
▸Cao served as acting secretary for four months before the permanent nomination. — Fox News Politics, RedState

LEFT / CENTER-LEFT

▸Coverage highlighted Cao's background as a Vietnamese refugee and former Virginia political candidate. — Washington Post

RIGHT / CENTER-RIGHT

▸Trump called Cao a "true WARRIOR" and urged the Senate to confirm him quickly. — Fox News Politics
▸Cao is a former Navy special operations officer who oversaw the Navy and Marine Corps as acting secretary. — Fox News Politics
▸The nomination comes as the Trump administration pushes to expand U.S. shipbuilding and maritime capabilities. — Fox News Politics

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Oct 13: Trump privately expresses doubts about livestreaming

Friday: Trump cancels livestream of Hasan execution

Left: sees Trump retreating from a "sick" plan.

Right: Survivors call it proof America isn't barbaric.

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Right: 'Foul-mouthed' mob derailed Hegseth's remarks.

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DEVELOPING TIMELINE

First Report Saturday: Trump signs executive order waiving Russia sanctions and tariffs mandated by the Graham Act.

Sunday: Executive order signed two days before sanctions took effect

Left: A gift to Putin, a slap at Graham's legacy

Right: Energy relief, acting in national interest

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DEVELOPING TIMELINE

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Saturday: Press secretary resigns after five days

Left: Zacharia lacked polish and credentials.

Right: Media drove her out, Trump says.