Pentagon: Defense chief Austin back in the hospital for ‘symptoms suggesting bladder issue’

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin returned Sunday to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for symptoms of a bladder issue less than a month after his secret stay at that hospital sparked controversy and multiple investigations for his failure to notify President Biden or his subordinates at the Pentagon.

Mr. Austin, 70, was taken to Walter Reed by his security detail at about 2:20 p.m., according to Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, a Pentagon spokesman.


“The Deputy Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff have been notified. Additionally, White House and Congressional notifications have occurred,” Gen. Ryder said in a statement.




Sunday, February 11, 2024

Pentagon: Defense chief Austin back in the hospital for ‘symptoms suggesting bladder issue’

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin returned Sunday to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for symptoms of a bladder issue less than a month after his secret stay at that hospital sparked controversy and multiple investigations for his failure to notify President Biden or his subordinates at...

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It comes just over a month after Austin’s last hospital stay, for complications from prostate cancer surgery that he kept hidden from the White House.

 

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Statement From Walter Reed Military Medical Center Officials on Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Health Status​

Feb. 12, 2024


Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underwent non-surgical procedures under general anesthesia to address his bladder issue. We anticipate a successful recovery and will closely monitor him overnight.

A prolonged hospital stay is not anticipated. We anticipate the Secretary will be able to resume his normal duties tomorrow. The current bladder issue is not expected to change his anticipated full recovery. His cancer prognosis remains excellent.

Statement From Walter Reed Military Medical Center Officials on Secretary of Defense Lloyd

Walter Reed Military Medical Center officials issued a statement on Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's health status.

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