Lloyd Austin, the US Defense Secretary, has recently made headlines for apologizing for not disclosing his cancer diagnosis and treatment to President Biden and Congress. He was hospitalized for a bladder issue but has since resumed full duties remotely. Austin has faced scrutiny from Republican lawmakers for not informing President Biden about his hospitalization promptly. Additionally, the US and UK conducted strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen in response to ongoing attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, a move overseen by Austin.
Lloyd James Austin III is a retired four-star general of the United States Army who served as the 12th commander of United States Central Command (CENTCOM). He was the first Black commander to head the organization. Austin has a distinguished military career, having served in various leadership roles, including commanding troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2021, he was appointed as the Secretary of Defense by President Joe Biden, becoming the first African American to hold the position. Austin's recent health issues and handling of military operations have brought him into the spotlight, showcasing his leadership under challenging circumstances.
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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologises for not disclosing his cancer diagnosis and treatment to President Biden and Congress.
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Republican lawmakers question how President Biden could go for days without knowing Austin was hospitalised.
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US and UK conduct multiple strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen in response to ongoing attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.
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‘Secretary Austin will recuperate and perform his duties remotely from home for a period before returning to work at the Pentagon later this week,’ the Department of Defense said
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US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin resumes full duties remotely after hospitalization for bladder issue
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