Army Secretary Daniel P. Driscoll has resigned after tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the removal of senior Army leaders, according to administration officials cited by The New York Times.
Driscoll personally met with President Donald Trump on Monday to submit his resignation and discuss the Army’s condition. His departure leaves the service without a civilian leader while it remains heavily involved in conflicts and security operations tied to the Middle East and Ukraine.
The report said Driscoll was frustrated by the ouster of experienced commanders and restrictions affecting promotions. He had developed bipartisan support in Congress, including after implementing a “right to repair” policy for Army equipment.
Hegseth has reportedly favored Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell as Driscoll’s possible replacement, though Senate confirmation could prove difficult.
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