Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Pentagon Official Criticizing Trump Leaves Navy
A senior official in the Pentagon, Brandon Newsom, was recorded saying mean things about President Trump.
He called Trump a 'textbook narcissist' and wanted to change some of Trump's policies.
Because of this, he was put on leave and is no longer working for the Navy.
Some people agree with Newsom and think Trump's policies are bad, while others support Trump and disagree with Newsom.
Brandon Newsom, former head of business operations for the Department of the Navy, criticized President Trump in a secret video.
He called Trump a 'textbook narcissist' and expressed a desire to reverse some of the administration's policies.
Newsom was placed on administrative leave and is no longer employed by the Navy.
The criticism was captured in hidden-camera footage.
The incident has sparked differing views between critics of Trump and his supporters.
- Who
- Brandon Newsom, former head of business operations for the Department of the Navy
- What
- Criticized President Donald Trump in a secret video
- When
- Earlier this week
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To express his views on Trump's leadership and policies
Critics of Trump
Trump Supporters
View on Trump's Leadership
Critics of Trump
Critics view Trump as a 'textbook narcissist' and seek to reverse his policies.
Trump Supporters
Supporters defend Trump's leadership and policies.
- Name
- Brandon Newsom
- Position
- Former Head of Business Operations, Department of the Navy
- Action Taken
- Placed on administrative leave and no longer employed
- Criticism
- Called Trump a 'textbook narcissist'
- Intent
- Hoped to reverse some of the administration's policies