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Trump's pick for Army secretary withdraws his nomination

May 6, 2017, 01:51 IST

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 10: U.S. President Donald Trump stands during a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at the White House on February 10, 2017 in Washington, DC.Getty

Mike Green, President Donald Trump's pick for Army secretary, has withdrawn his nomination Friday amidst criticism over his controversial statements about Islam, transgender rights and gay marriage.

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Green confirmed the news in a written statement.

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