"Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Hospitalized Again, Transfers Duties to Deputy"

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has returned to the hospital for an "emergent bladder issue," less than a month after a secretive hospital stay in December. This comes after his recent apology for not handling the situation properly. The 70-year-old had earlier been transported to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for symptoms suggesting the issue. His previous hospitalization in January raised concerns over transparency and security, prompting investigations into his handling of his illness and hospital stays. Austin is set to testify in front of a Congressional committee about his failure to inform President Biden and other top officials.