Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump after months of clashes with War Secretary Pete Hegseth. The tensions within Pentagon leadership have been highlighted by Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin, who discussed Driscoll’s departure on ‘America Reports.’
Outgoing Senator Thom Tillis, R-N.C., has called for a replacement of War Secretary Hegseth. Tillis criticized Hegseth following the news of Driscoll’s resignation, urging President Trump to appoint a new Pentagon leader who would retain and empower military talent.
“I urge the President to find a new leader at the Pentagon who will retain and empower our military talent rather than diminish it,” Tillis stated in a post on X.
Driscoll has been praised by Tillis for initiating a transformative period in the Army alongside former Army chief General Randy George. Tillis emphasized Driscoll’s efforts to modernize military forces and care for Army personnel, earning their respect.
Tillis condemned Hegseth’s leadership, accusing him of creating a void in military ranks by forcing talented leaders into retirement.
“If we had a @SecWar who maintained the same priorities and forward-thinking, he would be fighting to retain talented leaders like Dan and the many flag officers he has forced into retirement,” Tillis wrote.
Tillis, with eight years on the Senate Armed Services Committee, criticized what he perceives as Hegseth’s inept management. He accused Hegseth of being intimidated by competence and focusing on culture wars.
The War Department declined to comment, and White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly defended Hegseth’s leadership, citing successful operations as evidence of effective management.
“President Trump and Secretary Hegseth quickly reversed course and restored a Department of War that is focused on readiness, lethality, and supporting our warfighters,” Kelly stated.
Driscoll expressed gratitude in a statement on the official Secretary of the Army X account, noting his dedication to modernizing the Army alongside President Trump and Secretary Hegseth.
“As a third-generation Army veteran, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve… Tomorrow is my last full day in the role,” Driscoll noted.
A source close to the situation indicated that Driscoll raised concerns about Army transformation and readiness, with Hegseth reportedly blocking these efforts. The resignation highlights underlying issues within Pentagon leadership as national security dynamics continue to evolve.
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