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Confusion, lack of policy led to Austin’s hospitalization secret
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization last month is prompting the Pentagon to create new policies for leadership absences.
Austin admits he wanted to keep his cancer diagnosis secret
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday that his "first instinct" was to keep his cancer diagnosis private.
Senators demand DOD answers on troops’ self-inflicted brain injuries
The move follows reports of troops suffering significant injuries from the concussive blasts from their own weapons.
Lawmakers plan public hearing on Austin’s hospitalization and health
The defense secretary is expected to testify on the controversy on Feb. 14 before the House Armed Services Committee.
Austin’s aide requested ambulance arrive quietly to home on Jan. 1
The Associated Press obtained a copy of the 911 call made on Jan. 1 under the Freedom of Information Act.
Austin released from hospital after cancer surgery complications
The defense secretary left the hospital Monday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP
Lawmakers launch investigation into Austin’s health secrecy
The House Armed Services Committee will look into how senior leaders mishandled the defense secretary's hospitalization earlier this month.
Soldier signs up thousands of troops for bone marrow donation
Now, Spc. Christian Sutton is known as “Bone Marrow Guy.”
By Sarah Sicard
Marine vet stole $344K in benefits, lied about brain injury, feds say
Paperwork Paul John “PJ” Herbert provided for an event didn’t mention a Bronze Star or a Combat Action Ribbon, both of which he wore on his dress uniform.
Opinion
Pentagon’s suicide prevention blueprint lacks focus on brain injuries
Brain injuries are widespread among post-9/11 service members and veterans.
By Frank Larkin