Lloyd Austin first went into hospital on 22 December – Pentagon | US news
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization was kept a secret for days, causing concern over the lack of transparency within the Pentagon. Austin initially underwent a medical procedure on December 22 but was admitted into intensive care on January 1 due to severe pain. Information about his hospitalization did not reach President Biden and other senior White House officials until January 4. The delayed disclosure, including to critical figures like Biden, the National Security Council, and top Pentagon leaders, has been criticized as counter to normal practice. Several lawmakers have called for transparency about Austin’s health and the decision-making process that took place.
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