Of his sexuality, Fanning tells NBC's "Today" he initially preferred to have people talk about his qualifications. The 47-year-old Fanning tells NBC his sexuality "certainly has become more of a story as each rung in the career has taken place." Army Secretary Eric Fanning calls his elevation to the job "remarkable." Asked if he's had to any endure any harsh treatment at the Pentagon, Fanning says, "Careless comments, sure." Fanning says that by next Jan. 21, "I imagine myself on a beach someplace."

Source: Fox News June 02, 2016 12:25 UTC