US Army Secretary Driscoll resignation reported amid tensions

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump after months of tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a move that leaves the Army without any Senate-confirmed civilian or military leader and leaves Gen. Christopher LaNeve as acting chief of staff following the firing of Gen. Randy George. The reports from multiple outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and Reuters, describe the resignation as not entirely unexpected given ongoing leadership friction within the Pentagon. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly praised Driscoll’s record as advancing the president’s agenda, signaling a pro-forma endorsement of the departure. The leadership shake-up at the Pentagon is being watched for potential broader implications regarding military leadership and risk sentiment amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The resignation marks a notable disruption in the Army’s civilian leadership chain, with ongoing questions about the timing and replacements as the administration navigates a complex security environment.