Driscoll Steps Down as Army Leadership Shifts | Panama City Beach News

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, leaving behind a legacy of modernization efforts — but his exit coincides with sweeping Pentagon leadership changes that have rattled Capitol Hill. Driscoll, a third-generation veteran, praised his time under Trump and Hegseth, yet lawmakers lament the shake-up, citing dismissals of key modernization figures and growing concerns over Hegseth’s consolidation of power. Meanwhile, General LaNeve’s potential nomination as Army Chief faces Senate pushback, signaling deeper friction ahead. The Army’s future direction hangs in the balance as Washington watches closely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9cd92ce7440ea145