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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 4, 2026Miami-Dade

President Trump appoints Adam Telle as acting Army secretary

President Donald Trump named Adam Telle as the acting secretary of the Army on Thursday. Telle replaces Dan Driscoll, who departed the position following reports of internal tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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Why It Matters

The appointment changes the civilian leadership of the U.S. Army, which oversees the branch's administration, training, and equipment, during a period of reported friction within the Department of Defense.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump appointed Adam Telle as acting Army secretary.
  • Adam Telle previously served as a civilian leader in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
  • The appointment follows the departure of Dan Driscoll from the role of Army secretary.
  • Reports indicate the departure occurred amid tensions between Dan Driscoll and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Who's Mentioned

organizationU.S. Army Corps of Engineers“Previous organization of Adam Telle”personDan Driscoll“Former Army secretary who departed the position”personAdam Telle“Appointed as acting Army secretary; formerly a civilian leader in the U.S. Army ”personPete Hegseth“Defense Secretary involved in reported tensions”personDonald Trump“President of the United States who made the appointment”