Pentagon turf war ramps up between Hegseth and Driscoll
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A power struggle between Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has escalated within the Pentagon.
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This conflict could impact military policy and operations within the Trump administration's Pentagon leadership.
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A turf war for influence between Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has escalated, marked by the Defense secretary's recent purge of senior Army officials. This conflict intensified after President Trump selected Driscoll last year to negotiate with Ukrainian officials regarding the Russia-Ukraine war. The power struggle highlights internal tensions within the Trump administration's Pentagon leadership. The Defense secretary's actions signal a significant shift in personnel and potentially policy within the Army.
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