Army Secretary Resigns
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll steps down after eighteen months amid reported Pentagon tensions.
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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months in the job, the White House announced. No official reason was given for his departure, but tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have been reported behind the scenes. The resignation marks another major shift in military leadership under the Trump administration.
Tensions With Defense Secretary Hegseth Led to Departure
Reports suggest friction between Driscoll and Hegseth played a role in the Army Secretary's exit. NBC News confirmed that tensions between the two Defense Department officials had been building. A U.S. Army official, speaking anonymously, said Driscoll discussed the state of the Army with President Trump before submitting his resignation.
Part of a Broader Military Leadership Shakeup
Driscoll's departure is the latest in a series of changes affecting Army leadership. His exit follows the ouster of one of his key allies from the Army. The changes reflect a broader reorganization of military priorities under the new administration.
Rollback of Drone Program Driscoll Had Championed
During his tenure, Driscoll had championed a drone program that was recently scaled back or cancelled. The rollback represents a shift in military strategy and priorities. It signals disagreement over key defense initiatives between leadership at the Pentagon.
Bipartisan Praise for Driscoll's Readiness Efforts
Despite his departure, both Republicans and Democrats praised Driscoll's leadership and work on Army readiness. His 18 months in office were marked by focus on military preparedness. The praise from both parties underscores that his exit was not tied to policy disagreements with Congress.
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