As reported by Politico, the U.S. Senate has officially appointed Capt. Hung Cao (USN, ret’d) to serve as the Undersecretary of the Navy. The Undersecretary plays a crucial role within the Navy, overseeing daily operations and management functions. Cao is known for his critical stance on diversity initiatives within military ranks and aligns closely with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s vision for defense policies. His connections extend into high levels of government; he actively campaigned alongside President Trump during this election cycle.