<p>Daniel Driscoll's resignation as Army Secretary follows the removal of senior officers by Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth, raising concerns about a potential leadership crisis within the Army. Driscoll served for 18 months and no official reason was provided for his departure, which comes as thousands of US soldiers are deployed in the Middle East.</p><p>In a statement on Monday night, White House spokesperson Anna Kelly described Driscoll as having been "highly effective in advancing President Trump’s agenda," highlighting his contributions to military readiness and his involvement in Russia-Ukraine negotiations.</p>
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Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll Resigns Amid Leadership Concerns
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll has resigned after 18 months in the role, amid concerns regarding leadership within the Army following the removal of senior officers by Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth. The White House praised Driscoll's effectiveness in advancing military readiness and his role in international negotiations.
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Democrats warn of ‘hollowed out’ leadership after army chief resigns amid clashes with Hegseth
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll Resigns Amid Leadership Concerns