Driscoll on Army Gen. George's ouster: Civilians 'get to pick the leaders'

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has sparked controversy with his comments on the firing of former chief of staff Gen. Randy George. In a statement, Driscoll expressed his respect for the ousted officer, but also made it clear that civilian leaders, including himself, have the authority to choose the military leaders they want. The move has raised questions about the role of civilian oversight in the military and the power dynamics at play within the Army's leadership. As the Army continues to navigate a complex and often contentious relationship between military and civilian officials, Driscoll's comments have shed new light on the inner workings of the military's leadership structure.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll on Thursday addressed the firing of the service’s former chief of staff, Gen. Randy George, saying he deeply respects the ousted officer but that civilian officials “get to pick the leaders that they want.” “I was in North Carolina when Gen. George was asked to put in his resignation paperwork, with my...