Dan Driscoll has stepped down as US Army Secretary after just 18 months, citing internal clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. His departure highlights growing leadership friction within the Pentagon.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation following reported tensions and policy disagreements with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The departure marks a significant leadership shake-up at the Pentagon amid ongoing military restructuring efforts.
US Army Secretary Driscoll is reportedly expected to resign from his position by the end of the year. The Wall Street Journal first reported the anticipated departure.
Hostilities between the United States and Iran have resumed with a new exchange of strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Trump to pledge a strong military response. The escalation marks the first direct confrontation between the two nations in several weeks.
Financial and political outlets confirm that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's predecessor, Dan Driscoll, has formally submitted his resignation to the White House.