Defense Secretary Austin transfers responsibilities following hospitalization

John Johnson | February 06, 2026

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Feb. 13, 202400:35

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underwent non-surgical procedures to treat a bladder issue, according to his doctors. The top Pentagon official was admitted to the critical care unit, had general anesthesia, and transferred his official responsibilities to his second-in-command. NBC News' Courtney Kube has the details.Feb. 13, 2024