Posted 2/1/2024, 6:40:00 PM
Austin Apologizes for Not Disclosing Cancer Diagnosis to Biden Sooner
- Defense Secretary Austin apologized for not disclosing his prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment to President Biden earlier
- Austin was diagnosed in early December 2022 and hospitalized later that month, but Biden was not made aware until January
- Austin took full responsibility, saying he is a private person but should have informed the President and public right away
- Some in Congress have criticized the lack of transparency and communication around Austin's illness and hospitalization
- Austin addressed the recent attack that killed 3 U.S. soldiers in Jordan, stating attacks on American troops will not be tolerated