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April 16, 2026
Army Secretary Praises Fired General Randy George
- Army Secretary Dan Driscoll praised General Randy George's service and leadership during a House hearing after George was fired by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- Driscoll acknowledged the authority of civilian leadership in military appointments while expressing personal respect for George's contributions.
- Lawmakers, including Rep. Tom Cole, voiced regret over George's departure, indicating his strong support within Congress.
7 Sources
- GOP chairman Tom Cole: Randy George dismissal 'a real loss'Apr 16, 2026 at 2:39 PM · The Hill
- Driscoll on Army Gen. George's ouster: Civilians 'get to pick the leaders'Apr 16, 2026 at 4:01 PM · The Hill
- Army secretary praises general who was fired by HegsethApr 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM · CNN
- Pentagon leaders 'get to pick the leaders that they want,' Army secretary says while praising ousted top generalApr 16, 2026 at 6:24 PM · Politico
- Army chief firing hovers over Driscoll hearing: 5 takeawaysApr 16, 2026 at 8:19 PM · The Hill
- Republicans in Congress back Army secretary amid clash with HegsethApr 16, 2026 at 8:29 PM · Washington Post
- Gen George's ouster looms large over Driscoll hearingApr 16, 2026 at 10:05 PM · The Hill