Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to undergo elective medical procedure for bladder issues at Walter Reed, temporarily transferring power to Deputy Secretary Kathleen Hicks.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will undergo a minimally invasive, elective medical procedure at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to address ongoing bladder issues from his prostate cancer treatment. The procedure is unrelated to his cancer prognosis and will temporarily transfer power to Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks. The Pentagon has informed the White House and Congress of the situation.
May 24, 2024
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