On September 4, 2026, President Donald Trump appointed Adam Telle as the new acting Army secretary. This marks the latest change in the top leadership of the service. President Trump announced late Thursday that Telle would assume the role “immediately,” praising him as “a Great Patriot, who is respected by all.” At the time of his appointment, Telle was serving as the assistant secretary of the Army for civil works.
Telle succeeds Dan Driscoll, who resigned this week from his position as the Army’s top civilian official. Driscoll indicated in a social media post on Tuesday night that Wednesday would be his last full day as Army secretary, but he did not specify the reason for his resignation.
Driscoll’s departure follows weeks of rumors regarding his potential resignation amid reported disagreements with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The developments come as part of a broader context of changes within the Army’s leadership.
This is an unfolding story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.