Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testified that it is common for him to go for days without speaking to President Joe Biden, sparking concerns about the lack of communication between the two officials.
Key Points
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin admitted to going days without speaking to President Joe Biden
Concerns raised about the lack of communication between top defense and presidential officials
Criticism over failure to inform Biden about Austin's hospitalization for three days
Questions about the effectiveness of the chain of command and decision-making process