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Lloyd Austin Drama Unfolds: White House in the Dark About Defense Secretary's Hospitalization

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Find out the shocking details of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospital stay and the growing fallout in Washington.

The ongoing saga surrounding Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's undisclosed hospitalization has created a stir in the White House. Reports reveal that even top officials were unaware of Austin's absence, leading to growing concerns about transparency within the administration. Despite the secrecy surrounding his hospitalization for elective surgery, Austin remains in the hospital, prompting questions about the handling of crucial information in the government.

The lack of communication surrounding Austin's health has left many questioning the chain of command within the Defense Department. President Joe Biden's frustration at being uninformed adds another layer of complexity to the situation, raising doubts about the decision-making process in critical national security matters. The mystery illness and hospitalization of the Defense Secretary have highlighted potential gaps in communication protocols that need to be addressed promptly.

In a surprising turn of events, it was revealed that Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks assumed Austin's duties without being informed of his hospitalization for several days. This revelation underscores the need for clearer lines of communication and transparency within the Pentagon. As the fallout continues to grow, the spotlight remains on Austin's condition and the implications of the delayed disclosure on national security operations.

Despite the controversy surrounding his hospitalization, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's position remains secure, with the White House confirming their support. As investigations unfold and details emerge, the handling of sensitive information and the impact on the administration's credibility will be closely monitored.

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The Lloyd Austin fallout is growing: 'Someone's head has to roll' (Politico)

At a White House meeting last week, Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, noticed that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was absent.

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Defense Secretary Austin secrecy on hospitalization stirs outrage ... (USA TODAY)

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is facing criticism over his hospitalization that he didn't disclose to the public – or the White House – for days.

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized for elective surgery ... (OPB News)

He remains hospitalized as of Saturday evening at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the Pentagon said. Pentagon officials did not make a public ...

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Biden exasperated at not being informed of Lloyd Austin's ... (ABC News)

Joe Biden was exasperated at not more quickly being informed of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's ongoing hospitalization, a U.S. official tells ABC News.

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Deputy defense secretary not told of Lloyd Austin hospitalization ... (CBS News)

The Pentagon's No. 2, Kathleen Hicks, was informed of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization two days after she assumed some of his duties.

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin remains hospitalized Sunday (Military Times)

A senior defense official said Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks was not notified until Thursday that Austin had been hospitalized since Jan. 1.

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White House was unaware for days that defense chief Lloyd Austin ... (The Times of Israel)

Failure to disclose Austin's illness at a time when the US is juggling numerous national security crises raises eyebrows among Biden administration ...

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Lloyd Austin first went into hospital on 22 December – Pentagon (The Guardian)

US defence secretary's deputy, Kathleen Hicks, took over thinking Austin was on vacation when he was in intensive care – unknown to even the president.

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Pentagon Releases More Details About Secretary Lloyd Austin's ... (TIME)

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon released new details Sunday about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's continued hospitalization, saying he had a medical procedure ...

Congressional Funding Deal, Israel and Lebanon, Lloyd Austin Fallout (NPR)

Congress reaches a deal on government funding, with little time to get it passed. Secretary of State Antony Blinken returns to Israel seeking to prevent a ...

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U.S. Defence Department Keeps Mum As Secretary Lloyd Austin ... (SaharaReporters.com)

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin has been hospitalised since the first day of 2024, and Pentagon officials have avoided saying why he went to the ...

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Lloyd Austin: Scrutiny grows on US defence secretary over hospital ... (BBC News)

US media says Lloyd Austin's deputy was unaware of his illness, despite assuming his responsibilities.

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How Could Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Go Missing For Days? (New York Magazine)

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's mystery illness and hospitalization apparently blindsided officials at the Pentagon and White House, and several questions ...

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Why was Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized? Why is he ... (USA TODAY)

Why was Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized? What complications does he face? Here's what you need to know.

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Joe Biden stands by Lloyd Austin despite withheld hospitalisation (Financial Times)

Secretary of defence was absent for 3 days before White House informed.

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White House says Lloyd Austin will stay in job despite 'lack of ... (The Guardian)

US defense secretary retains Biden's confidence, says White House spokesperson after Austin secretly spent three days in hospital.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin under scrutiny for hospital stay ... (Globalnews.ca)

Austin did not disclose his hospitalization for days to President Joe Biden and top officials at the Pentagon and the National Security Council.

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Timeline: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization (CBS News)

The defense secretary has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, after complications from an elective procedure but the White House didn't know for days.

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Lloyd Austin's Surgery Blunder May Have Compromised National ... (TIME)

Defense Secretaries are meant to respond to threats entering U.S. airspace. The Pentagon won't say if Austin was ever under anesthesia.

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What we know about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization (CNN)

The Pentagon's announcement late on Friday that US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had been in the hospital since New Year's Day shocked both the Pentagon ...

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Biden's Teflon Cabinet (Axios)

Officials have also not explained why Austin did not immediately inform the White House or even Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks, who assumed some of his ...

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White House assures US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will keep ... (Hindustan Times)

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faces scrutiny over delayed hospital disclosure, yet confirmed to retain the position. White House will investigate.

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