Army Secretary Leads Ukraine Peace Negotiations

Here’s a breakdown of the key details about Ryan Driscoll from the provided text:

* Background: Driscoll has a diverse professional background. He previously worked at the Veterans Affairs department, Charlotte investment banking firm BlackArch Partners, and in venture capital/private equity. He also ran for Congress in North Carolina but was unsuccessful.
* Current Role (potential): He is being considered for the position of Army Secretary. The role is described as largely administrative, focused on budget and management of Army personnel.
* Relationship with Trump: Driscoll has gained favor with Donald Trump by publicly supporting the deployment of the National Guard to U.S. cities (Washington D.C., Chicago, Memphis) during protests. He defended Trump’s actions, even expressing that soldiers were “thrilled” with the mission, despite widespread criticism.
* Modernization Focus: Driscoll advocates for modernizing the Army, notably through increased use of drone warfare. He proposes purchasing one million drones in the next 2-3 years, viewing them as essential for future warfare.
* Views on Drone Warfare: He believes drone warfare is the future, citing the conflict in Ukraine as evidence of its importance. He emphasizes the need to counter drone threats with drones.