Army Secretary Driscoll Resigns After Escalating Clash With Hegseth
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned, effective September 3, 2026, following a direct appeal to President Trump regarding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s leadership. The departure leaves the U.S. Army without a top civilian leader, a confirmed Chief of Staff, or a commander for Europe and Africa. Driscoll cited Hegseth’s removal of senior generals as a barrier to Army modernization and readiness. This exit marks the latest in a series of high-profile departures under Hegseth, who has presided over the firing of multiple four-star officers since January 2025. Potential replacements include Sean Parnell, currently Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs.
