US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has issued an apology for not disclosing his cancer diagnosis and subsequent hospitalization to President Biden, his team, and the American public. In a recent statement, Austin acknowledged the lapse in transparency and took full responsibility for the oversight. He assured that at no time was there a lapse in the Department of Defence’s command and control, with procedures now in place to prevent future lapses in notification. Austin also shared his personal experience with prostate cancer, emphasizing the importance of regular screenings, particularly for older men and the black community.
- US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin apologized for keeping his cancer diagnosis and hospital stay private.
- Austin acknowledged the mishandling of the situation and has taken full responsibility.
- He confirmed that the department’s command and control were never at risk, with either himself or the Deputy Secretary in charge.
- New procedures have been implemented to ensure immediate notification of the Deputy Secretary assuming duties, including informing the White House Situation Room and other key officials.
- Austin had been treated for prostate cancer and experienced complications during recovery.
- The Deputy Secretary assumed the functions and duties of his office during his critical care, with the joint staff being notified through regular email notification procedures.
- President Biden was directly apologized to and has responded with support and confidence in Austin.
- The Defence Secretary used the opportunity to stress the importance of prostate cancer screening and regular check-ups, especially for black men who are at higher risk.
- An ongoing internal review and a DOD Inspector General review about the incident are underway.
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