HISTORICAL FACTS: 17 - Caught on Camera

US army secretary Dan Driscoll steps down amid tensions with Pentagon chief Hegseth: Report

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after about 18 months in the post, becoming the latest senior military official to leave the Trump administration amid a sweeping shake-up of Pentagon leadership.

The Times of India · Sep 1

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll tenders resignation over rift with Pete Hegseth

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation amid escalating tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, though the White House has not confirmed acceptance. Driscoll reportedly opposed Hegseth’s interference in Army transformation and appointments.

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Kinzinger thought Pentagon paid influencers. Now it seems conservative veteran influencers were secretly hired to roles that can influence policy

Outed by an online freak-out.

We Got This Covered · Sep 1

US army secretary Dan Driscoll resigns over reported friction with Pete Hegseth

Resignation comes after months of turmoil at Pentagon, from leaked investigation to ousting of senior officials

The Guardian - US · Aug 31

Today I learned that F-35 pilots get $400,000 helmets with 'X-ray vision' - but the Pentagon almost ditched them

F-35 pilots each get a $400,000 helmet connected to six infrared cameras mounted to the airframe of their fighter jet

TechRadar · Aug 31

Rothkopf: Trump Governs Like a King, Not a Commander-in-Chief, as Iran War Costs Hit $37B

The US-Iran conflict has cost $37.5 billion, sparking constitutional concerns over Trump's war powers. Analysts critique the lack of congressional approval and escalating financial and human costs.

International Business Times UK · Aug 31

Trump destroys Kharg Island digitally - with AI slop

President Trump posted an AI video showing Kharg Island destroyed. Defense analysts confirmed no such attack occurred on the vital oil hub. Actual fighting resumed between US and Iranian forces on Sunday. Pentagon officials could not substantiate the president's battlefield claims. This highlights a growing disconnect between rhetoric and reality.

The Times of India · Aug 31

Hegseth hired conservative influencers who amplify his ‘warrior ethos’ mantra, according to report

It’s unclear what work the conservative influencers are engaging in or if they are receiving financialso in compensation

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Pentagon plays down report of Hegseth regularly overruling military advice

Response seeks to discredit Washington Post story that four generals and admirals advised against prolonging Iran war

The Guardian - US · Aug 31

Congress Faces Busy Autumn

Lawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.

Kiplinger · Aug 31