
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a live session from the Pentagon to address questions regarding the knowledge his deputy had about his condition and the timeline of awareness. Austin responded with a firm commitment to transparency, stating that the details of what she knew and when will be revealed through ongoing reviews.
During the session, Austin emphasized the importance of allowing the reviews to unfold before speculating on his deputy's knowledge and awareness. He reiterated that the specific information conveyed to her would become clearer as the reviews progress.