Top Pentagon spokeswoman Dana White announced her departure Monday, capping a controversial run as the Defense Department’s public face.
“I appreciate the opportunity afforded to me by this administration to serve alongside Secretary Mattis, our Service members and all the civilians who support them. It has been my honor and privilege. Stay safe and God bless,” White said in a tweet.
She will be replaced by her deputy, Charles Summers Jr., in an acting capacity on Tuesday.
White took over the role of Pentagon spokeswoman in Spring 2017 and her term has been mired in controversy. For instance, White has been under investigation by the Pentagon inspector general for allegedly retaliating against staff members. She hasn’t had an on-camera briefing since May, but it’s unclear whether the probe is the reason.
White’s departure coincides with the exit of Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, who announced his resignation earlier this month after President Trump said he would pull U.S. troops out of Syria.
