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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao @SECNAV

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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
ASN Ben Kohlmann
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Good luck to LT Meg Peacher, Navy EOD, competing in the @ufc Freedom 250 event at the @WhiteHouse this Sunday. The fighting spirit of our @USNavy will be on full display. Meg, we’re proud to have you representing the Navy and the @officialnavyeod community. Bring home the win! Hooyah
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Navy
@USNavy
Jun 12
⚓📰 #USNAVY UPDATE: USS Colorado Returns to Fleet from Maintenance Ahead of Schedule, Accelerating Pacific Readiness PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii— Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Colorado (SSN 788) completed a scheduled maintenance period at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY & IMF) 29 days ahead of schedule June 10, 2026. Effective and efficient maintenance keeps the U.S. Navy lethal and ready to defend the nation and maximizes the lifespan of its vessels. By returning Colorado to the fleet ahead of schedule, the shipyard and crew demonstrated exceptional professionalism and capability. Maintenance was completed early through close partnership between the shipyard and Colorado’s crew. Using the Navy’s world-class planning processes, the joint team executed a complex work package safely and efficiently. Operating seamlessly within the submarine's confined spaces, an integrated team of shipyard craftsmen, engineers, support staff, and crew members utilized decisive, deckplate-level problem solving to complete repairs. “Finishing ahead of schedule is not about rushing, it’s about hard work and persistence,” said U.S. Navy Capt. Ryan McCrillis, commander of PHNSY & IMF. “It’s producing first-time, high-quality work and attacking every roadblock with urgency. It’s a team effort, from the newest apprentice to senior shipyard leaders, the ship’s force, the project team, and support from the fleet and headquarters.”
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
Jun 12
U.S. Navy warships and air assets continue to patrol regional waters enforcing the blockade against Iran. As of today, U.S. forces have redirected 136 commercial vessels and disabled 9 to ensure compliance.
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Marines
@USMC
Jun 11
#Marines and @USNavy #Sailors assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit take part in flight operations aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) in the South China Sea. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the @US7thFleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. #USMC #MEU #Aviation
U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain\u2019s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Darrell Agustin assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), guides a CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, onto the flight deck in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

ALT U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain\u2019s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Darrell Agustin assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), guides a CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, onto the flight deck in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

U.S. Sailors assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), observe an MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, take off from the flight deck in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

ALT U.S. Sailors assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), observe an MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, take off from the flight deck in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, stages aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

ALT A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron\u202F(VMM)\u202F163 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, stages aboard San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) in the South China Sea, June 6, 2026. The 11th MEU, embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, is a persistent, combat credible force contributing to deterrence and crisis response in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet, the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)\n\n

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Great sitting down with fellow USNA grad and former @USMC Captain, @SenToddYoung. Strategic investments in our shipyards propel the Golden Fleet and our Fleet of the Future. With Congress' continued support, our Marines and Sailors will remain ready worldwide.
Senator Todd Young
@SenToddYoung
Jun 10
Good meeting with Acting @SECNAV Hung Cao about the SHIPS Act. We both agree - revitalizing America’s commercial shipbuilding industry is imperative to our national security.
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Navy
@USNavy
Jun 10
Building the bombs and sending the boom - Aviation Ordnancemen ignite the fire within the U.S. Navy. From repairing ordnance systems to supervising ordnance shops and armories, they equip our warfighters to project lethality and defend the homeland. #USNavy #WarriorWednesday #INR250
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Securing the seas from the North Atlantic to the Baltic. Productive meeting with Vice Adm. Jan Christian Kaack, Chief of the German Navy. Our naval forces are moving out on the necessary investments vital to operating seamlessly across the maritime domain.
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
Office of the Asst. Secretary of the Navy (RD&A)
@ASN_RDA
Jun 9
The lifeline of the Fleet is the oiler. Today, we expanded our operational reach. #logistics #warfighting #navy
PAE Maritime@PAEMaritime
Jun 9
T-AO 210 Delivered  ✅ The @USNavy has officially accepted delivery of USNS Sojourner Truth (T-AO 210), the sixth ship in the John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler program. #USNavy #PAEMaritime #Shipbuilding #MilitarySealiftCommand
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Central Command
@CENTCOM
Jun 9
U.S. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit load onto a UH-1Y Venom aboard USS Tripoli (LHA 7) to conduct aerial sniper and close air support training while transiting regional waters.
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The eyes of the world were upon them - and today, we honor their legacy as we live in the freedom secured by their noble sacrifice.
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Navy
@USNavy
Jun 4
One battle forever changed the course of history. 84 years ago, America turned the tide in the Pacific by dealing the Imperial Japanese Navy a stunning defeat at the Battle of Midway, sending the four fleet carriers of the Combined Fleet beneath the waves. Though three more years of grueling warfare lay ahead, through the courage and sacrifice of American Sailors, Marines, and aviators, the United States would never again surrender the strategic initiative.
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Vigilance. Discipline. Professionalism. These are the standards of our @USMC Marine Security Guards who serve across the globe - in every clime and place. It was an honor to recognize one of our newly promoted watchstanders @USEmbassyFrance. Semper Fi.
Ambassador Charles Kushner
@USAmbFrance
Jun 2
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao presided over a promotion ceremony for one of our Marines during his visit to our Embassy, where he spoke about service, dedication, and commitment to protect and defend—key tenets of the United States, the Marine Corps and the Navy.
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Building Ships Faster
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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
U.S. Marines
@USMC
Jun 1
#Marines take part in the 2026 Oise-Aisne Belleau Wood Ceremony at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations. #BelleauWood #WorldWarI #USMC
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joseph Kim, a trumpet instrumentalist with the 2nd Marine Division band, plays his trumpet at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. Kim played his trumpet while dressed in the WWI Marine Corps uniform. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

ALT U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joseph Kim, a trumpet instrumentalist with the 2nd Marine Division band, plays his trumpet at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. Kim played his trumpet while dressed in the WWI Marine Corps uniform. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa color guard march on the colors at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

ALT U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa color guard march on the colors at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa rifle detail stand at present arms at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

ALT U.S. Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa rifle detail stand at present arms at the Oise-Aisne American Cemetery, France, May 24, 2026. The event is one of four joint memorial ceremonies held by U.S., French, and German military forces to mark the 108th anniversary of the historic World War I battle. This annual commemoration honors the legacy of service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States and European allies, highlighting the enduring bond between partner nations (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Donato Maffin)\n\n

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Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao retweeted
Office of the Asst. Secretary of the Navy (RD&A)
@ASN_RDA
May 29
Honored to be appointed by @SECNAV to perform the duties of ASN RD&A. The Department’s acquisition enterprise is a core warfighting capability. To maintain our competitive edge, we must act. We know our mission, and we will deliver. Let’s get to work! youtube.com/watch?v=cdb1iBJz…

Transforming Navy Acquisition: How We Maintain Our Competitive Edge

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Thanks for hosting me and the great conversation, @CMS_Washington.
Center for Maritime Strategy
@CMS_Washington
May 28
Replying to @CMS_Washington
From arriving in the U.S. as a child, to serving as a Navy Diver and EOD officer, to now leading the Department of the Navy, Acting Secretary Hung Cao brings a deeply personal perspective to American sea power. Hear the full conversation on Maritime Nation. youtube.com/watch?v=XszD-5Oq…
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Honored to host Medal of Honor recipient @Dakota_Meyer at the Pentagon today. With more left to give and almost 15 years after receiving the MOH, Sgt. Meyer chose to reenlist in the @USMC last year and recently graduated from the highly demanding Marine Basic Reconnaissance Course. Thank you for continuing to set the example. Semper Fi, Marine!
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