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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll publicly stated he will not resign despite escalating tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has been firing top military officials since the start of President Donald Trump's war against Iran.
Hegseth and Driscoll are at odds over several issues, including Hegseth's actions to block promotions of Army officers. The White House, through spokesperson Anna Kelly, expressed support for Driscoll, noting that President Trump has "effectively restored a focus on readiness and lethality" with leaders like Driscoll.
Kelly added that the U.S. Army is meeting or exceeding all benchmarks under "Operation Epic Fury" and Iran’s military capabilities are diminishing. This public defiance highlights significant internal discord within the Trump administration's defense leadership during ongoing military commitments and a declared war, suggesting potential instability at the highest levels of military command.
The situation could impact operational efficiency and strategic planning, indicating a prolonged power struggle or a forced resolution by the President.
