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[^2]\n\nDonald Trump announced on Thursday that he has named Adam Taylor as the acting defense secretary to replace Dan Driscoll. [^3]\n\nDan Driscoll expressed frustration to President Trump regarding the dismissal of experienced military leaders and the blocking of promotions for officers associated with officials removed by Hegseth. [^4]\n\nMedia sources, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, and Politico, report that the resignation stems from growing tensions between Driscoll and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. [^5]\n\nThe White House confirmed Driscoll's departure and described him as a highly effective official who strengthened the Army's operational readiness and participated in diplomatic efforts related to Russia and Ukraine. [^6]\n\nAdam Taylor, the newly appointed acting defense secretary, was previously Driscoll's subordinate responsible for military infrastructure projects and had previously served as a Republican aide in Congress for several years. [^7]\n\nGeneral Randy George, the head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was relieved of his duties, a move with which Driscoll had a close relationship. 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