US army secretary resigns after months of tension
Dan Driscoll, the youngest-ever army secretary, was about 18 months into his post.
Dan Driscoll, the youngest-ever Army Secretary, has tendered his resignation after an 18-month tenure, according to CBS. The resignation follows months of tension between Driscoll and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Born in 1981, Driscoll is a 41-year-old military veteran who has held various leadership positions within the Army.
He is known as "President Donald Trump's drone guy" due to his advocacy for advanced military technologies. Driscoll was instrumental in advancing Trump's agenda and providing outstanding leadership during military operations. He has been in the role since 2021 and has been actively involved in diplomatic efforts, including talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Driscoll's departure is part of a series of recent military leadership changes, with notable figures such as Navy Secretary John Phelan, Army Chief of Staff Randy George, and others leaving their positions. Hegseth, the Defence Secretary, has been involved in numerous personnel firings within the military hierarchy.
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