"White House Reviewing Secretary Austin's Hospitalization Transparency Amid GOP Calls for Resignation"

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and lack of disclosure have prompted a review by the White House and Pentagon, with questions raised about the handling of the situation. Austin, 70, underwent an "elective procedure" and was hospitalized for a week, with some of his authorities temporarily transferred to his deputy without proper notification to other U.S. leaders. The lack of transparency has led to calls for Austin's resignation from some Republicans, while the White House has emphasized its confidence in Austin's leadership.