"Pentagon Reviewing Response to Defense Secretary Austin's Illness"

The Pentagon's inspector general has announced an investigation into the handling of Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's secretive hospital visit and the delayed notification of his serious illness, which led to three probes being launched. President Joe Biden has expressed support for Austin, but the White House has issued a directive requiring cabinet secretaries to inform them when they are unable to perform their duties. Austin, who has resumed his duties but remains in hospital, has acknowledged the suboptimal disclosure of his illness and committed to doing better.