US Defense Secretary Austin in good condition in hospital: Pentagon
The Pentagon announced on Saturday, "U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is still in the hospital and his condition is reported as good. However, they do not have a set date for his release at this time."
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- Published Date: 10:59 | 13 January 2024
- Modified Date: 10:59 | 13 January 2024
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin remains hospitalized and is in good condition, the Pentagon said on Saturday, adding that it did not yet have a specific date for his release.
"He's in contact with his senior staff and has full access to required secure communications capabilities and continues to monitor DOD's day-to-day operations worldwide," Pentagon press secretary Major General Pat Ryder said in a statement.
Austin, 70, was admitted to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland on Dec. 22 to treat prostate cancer. He returned to the hospital on Jan. 1 due to complications including a urinary tract infection and has remained there ever since.