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politicsdefense2 years ago•2 min saved

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized for Post-Surgery Complications, Now Recovering"

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized due to complications from an elective medical procedure and has been unable to perform his duties since New Year's Day. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks is temporarily fulfilling his role. The Pentagon has not disclosed details about Austin's condition or the procedure. This comes at a time when the U.S. is involved in Middle East tensions, including a strike against an Iranian-backed militia member and attacks on American bases, as well as considering strikes against Houthi militants in response to attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.

via NBC News|

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politicshealth2 years ago•2 min saved

"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized Due to Post-Surgery Complications"

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center since January 1 due to complications from a minor elective procedure. The Pentagon did not initially disclose his hospitalization, which has drawn criticism from the Pentagon Press Association amid concerns about transparency and national security. Austin is expected to resume full duties soon, and Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks was prepared to step in if necessary. Austin's hospitalization comes at a time when the U.S. is involved in significant military and security operations in the Middle East and Ukraine.

via The Associated Press|

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