President-elect Trump nominates John Phelan to be secretary of U.S. Navy

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

78% : On Tuesday night in a social media post, Trump said Phelan will be "a tremendous force for our Naval Service members, and a steadfast leader in advancing my America First vision" as he announced his nomination of Phelan.
76% : "Meanwhile, Trump called Phelan a "true champion of American enterprise and ingenuity" and claimed Phelan's "record of success speaks for itself.
71% : "His "incredible knowledge and experience," Trump added, will "deliver real results" and "elevate the lives of the brave Americans who serve our Nation."
49% : The job requires a Senate confirmation but Trump has indicated his interest to appoint cabinet members via recess appointments in what will be a GOP controlled Congress next year.
49% : "He will put the business of the U.S. Navy above all else," Trump wrote.
39% : The Wall Street Journal reported Trump is also looking at businessman Steve Feinberg and defense investor Trae Stephens to possibly be second-in-command at the Pentagon.
24% : Phelan's "intelligence and leadership," according to Trump, are "unmatched.

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