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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points A statement from White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly praised Driscoll's effectiveness in advancing the president's agenda and his leadership during military operations. Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll is leaving his position, according to the White House.
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll is leaving his position, according to the White House. The reason for his departure was not provided by the Trump administration.
A statement from White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly praised Driscoll's effectiveness in advancing the president's agenda and his leadership during military operations. Kelly also noted his role in restoring emphasis on readiness and lethality, as well as assisting with negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
Further details on Driscoll's departure are available from the source, including a related story on another development involving the Army's top uniformed officer.
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