Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is set to testify before the House Armed Services Committee, where he is expected to address concerns regarding his recent hospitalization. Lawmakers are eager to question Secretary Austin about the lack of communication surrounding his health issues, specifically his treatment for prostate cancer in December.
Secretary Austin admitted that his cancer diagnosis came as a shock to him and his family, describing it as a 'gut punch.' He took full responsibility for the communication breakdown, acknowledging that he should have informed President Biden, Congress, and the public about his health situation.
