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IMMEDIATE RELEASE No. 705-07
June 06, 2007

Statement by Kenneth J. Krieg

            Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Kenneth J. Krieg today announced his resignation. Krieg’s resignation becomes effective July 20, 2007, or upon the confirmation of his successor, whichever comes first. He thanked the President for “…giving me the opportunity to serve the best customers I will ever have – the men and women who volunteer to serve our nation in uniform.” He leaves the department to concentrate on his family.