Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. All News Sport Culture Lifestyle Senator tells Hegseth to 'get over it' in heated Iran war exchange after latest 'gotcha moment' rant Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reportedly become "emboldened" and "more confident than ever in his job" after consolidating control at the Pentagon , which involved ousting senior military officials. Navy Secretary John Phelan was removed on April 22 shortly after voicing concerns to lawmakers regarding what he characterized as a "land grab" by Hegseth and Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg, alleging they usurped the Navy's authority over shipbuilding. President Trump approved Phelan's dismissal after Hegseth and Feinberg presented a case for his removal, reportedly orchestrating the move within minutes of becoming aware of Phelan's criticisms.…