Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has tendered his resignation to President Donald Trump and is expected to leave his position within days, following a prolonged conflict with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Pentagon Chief of Staff Ricky Buria. Driscoll's departure comes amid reports of internal discord within the Pentagon leadership.

Sources familiar with the situation indicate that tensions between Driscoll, Hegseth, and Buria escalated over several months, creating an environment described as untenable for Driscoll. According to a senior administration official, the pressure placed on Driscoll by Hegseth and Buria was so severe that he felt compelled to step down not only for his own well-being but also to protect colleagues affiliated with him from being targeted.

The disputes reportedly intensified when Hegseth and Buria accused Driscoll of leaking information about low munitions stockpiles to the media, a claim dismissed by insiders as unfounded and never formally investigated. The allegation contributed to an atmosphere of mistrust and internal strife.

Sources also revealed that Driscoll had intended to serve as Army Secretary for a limited period, with plans to eventually leave the post to support Vice President JD Vance’s presidential ambitions. However, the deteriorating professional relationship with Hegseth accelerated his decision to resign. Driscoll also reportedly raised concerns with the White House over Hegseth’s dismissal of Army generals responsible for military transformation and readiness, highlighting disagreements over Pentagon leadership and strategic direction.

Driscoll’s final day at the Department of Defense could be as soon as September 4. The circumstances surrounding his resignation underscore ongoing challenges within the Pentagon’s senior ranks during a period of significant military focus.