Criticism of Republican Senators by Pete Hegseth

Pete Hegseth, nominee for defense secretary, has a history of criticizing Republican senators, including Mitch McConnell, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski. His past remarks may pose a challenge in his confirmation process.

Nuclear Weapon Threat from Russian President Putin

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin discusses the threat of nuclear weapon use from Russian President Putin with NBC News.

Plea Deal for 9/11 Terrorists

Pentagon prosecutors agreed to a plea deal with three terrorists behind the Sept. 11 attacks, which was later revoked. Senator Dick Durbin urged Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to reinstate the plea deals.

Revocation of Plea Deal for 9/11 Mastermind

Defense Secretary Austin revoked a plea deal for 9/11 terrorist mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and two accomplices, taking charge of the case. Sen. Blumenthal expressed concern before the deal was revoked. Republicans criticized the deal for allowing terrorists to escape the death penalty.

President Biden's Comments on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin

President Biden faced criticism for appearing to forget Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's name and calling him a 'Black man' in an interview with BET. Biden also mentioned considering withdrawing from the 2024 race due to health concerns.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Medical Procedure

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will undergo a medical procedure at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to address ongoing bladder issues that arose after his treatment for prostate cancer. The procedure is elective and minimally invasive, not related to his cancer diagnosis, and he will temporarily transfer power to his deputy, Kathleen Hicks.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Nonsurgical Procedure

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will undergo a scheduled, elective, and minimally invasive nonsurgical procedure for a bladder issue, unrelated to his cancer diagnosis, transferring power temporarily to Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's actions and criticism

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faced criticism for seeking grace and forgiveness for his undisclosed medical leave while refusing to extend the same grace to 8,600 service members discharged due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Rep. Matt Gaetz highlighted Austin's breach of protocol and lack of accountability, pushing for reinstatement of the discharged service members.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Testifying Before House Armed Services Committee

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is set to testify before the House Armed Services Committee about keeping his hospitalization a secret in January.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Hospitalization Secrecy

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization for complications from prostate cancer surgery was kept secret from the White House and the public for several days, leading to criticism of the Pentagon. An internal review largely absolved anyone of wrongdoing, citing no ill intent.