OpenAI Hires Ex-Army Secretary Dan Driscoll as Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization
GarrisonLovely · x · 2026-11-03
OpenAI has created a new role, Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization, and appointed former U.S. Army Secretary and drone expert Dan Driscoll.
Commenters note Driscoll led the Army's push to adopt drones, AI, and modern software systems before leaving over his relationship with Defense Secretary Hegseth, and is reportedly close with VP JD Vance — suggesting the hire may help OpenAI build ties with the current administration.
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