#WhiteHouseresponse
Explore tagged Tumblr posts
Text
Pentagon Provides New Details on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Hospitalization and ICU Stay

Insights into Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Medical Situation
The Pentagon has unveiled additional information regarding Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and intensive care unit (ICU) stay, shedding light on the timeline and subsequent complications arising from an elective medical procedure. Medical Procedure and Complications Defense Department officials revealed that the elective medical procedure occurred on Dec. 22, leading to Austin's unpublicized ICU stay. Complications surfaced over a week later, prompting emergency medical intervention that transported him to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, as shared by Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, Pentagon's press secretary. ICU Stay and Delegation of Authority Austin's health condition, characterized by severe pain, necessitated ICU care for four days, primarily due to hospital capacity constraints and privacy considerations, according to Ryder's statement. The sequence of events raises concerns regarding the chain of command during the unfolding medical crisis. Management of Information and Delays in Disclosure Revelations suggest that Austin passed his duties to Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks on Jan. 2 due to medical advice, without her awareness of his ICU admission until Jan. 4. Similarly, President Biden's national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, remained unaware until Jan. 4. The delay in disclosure was attributed to the absence of Austin's chief of staff due to illness. Review of Notification Procedures and Transparency Issues Acknowledging deficiencies in notification procedures, Ryder highlighted ongoing reviews, aiming to enhance communication protocols involving the White House and congressional notifications for similar incidents in the future. Austin's Health and Current Situation While Austin remains under medical care at Walter Reed, his undisclosed illness still requires attention. Ryder confirmed Austin's discomfort but expressed optimism about his prognosis, indicating uncertainty about his discharge date. Response and Criticism The Pentagon's delayed disclosure about Austin's medical situation faced bipartisan criticism. The lack of immediate transparency from Austin and the Pentagon raised questions about adherence to norms for senior officials. Future Perspectives and White House Response Speculations arose regarding Austin's future and potential breaches of protocol by delaying the revelation of his hospitalization. White House spokesperson John Kirby reiterated Biden's support for Austin's role, emphasizing the current focus on Austin's health and future rule reviews. Congressional Calls for Transparency The House Armed Services Committee leadership emphasized the importance of transparency, urging the Pentagon to provide more information about Austin's health status, the procedural delegation, and the reasons for delayed notification. Read the full article
#complications#DefenseSecretary#healthupdate#hospitalization#ICUstay#LloydAustin#medicalprocedure#notificationprocedures#Pentagon#transparency#WhiteHouseresponse
0 notes
Video
youtube
You Won't Believe What Happens When AI Is Used Responsibly You Won't Believe What Happens When AI Is Used Responsibly **CLIP FROM** March 26 2025 Episode Live Chat With James on ProPics TV #Livestream #livechat #news #headlines #PeteHegseth #ElonMusk #MarkCarney #Canada #UnitedStates #USIntelligence #SignalApp #Signal #Accountability #JDVance #DonaldTrump #FBI #SecretService #CyberCrime #investigation #lawEnforcement #nationalsecurity #trumpexcuses #MichaelWaltz #USGovernmentLeaks #UnsecuredNationalIntelligence #DOGE #tulsigabbard #nedia #trumpstatements #Whitehouseresponse #whiteHouse #touristcrimes #Tourismcriminals #courts #juducualbranch #Judiciary #USMilitary #5eyes #fiveeyes #BritishColumbia #avalanche #Skiing #Tourists #Climatechange #Globalwarming #AIConcerns #AIethics #responsibleuseofai
0 notes
Video
youtube
How Insufficient Data Leads To AI Hallucinations And Fabricated Facts How Insufficient Data Leads To AI Hallucinations And Fabricated Facts Understanding AI Bias and Hallucinations **CLIP FROM** March 26 2025 Episode Live Chat With James on ProPics TV #Livestream #livechat #news #headlines #PeteHegseth #ElonMusk #MarkCarney #Canada #UnitedStates #USIntelligence #SignalApp #Signal #Accountability #JDVance #DonaldTrump #FBI #SecretService #CyberCrime #investigation #lawEnforcement #nationalsecurity #trumpexcuses #MichaelWaltz #USGovernmentLeaks #UnsecuredNationalIntelligence #DOGE #tulsigabbard #nedia #trumpstatements #Whitehouseresponse #whiteHouse #touristcrimes #Tourismcriminals #courts #juducualbranch #Judiciary #USMilitary #5eyes #fiveeyes #BritishColumbia #avalanche #Skiing #Tourists #Climatechange #Globalwarming #AIConcerns #AIethics #responsibleuseofai
0 notes
Video
youtube
Foreign Entities Are Shaping Your Online Beliefs Foreign Entities Are Shaping Your Online Beliefs Misinformation and Foreign Influence in Global Information **CLIP FROM** March 26 2025 Episode Live Chat With James on ProPics TV #Livestream #livechat #news #headlines #PeteHegseth #ElonMusk #MarkCarney #Canada #UnitedStates #USIntelligence #SignalApp #Signal #Accountability #JDVance #DonaldTrump #FBI #SecretService #CyberCrime #investigation #lawEnforcement #nationalsecurity #trumpexcuses #MichaelWaltz #USGovernmentLeaks #UnsecuredNationalIntelligence #DOGE #tulsigabbard #nedia #trumpstatements #Whitehouseresponse #whiteHouse #touristcrimes #Tourismcriminals #courts #juducualbranch #Judiciary #USMilitary #5eyes #fiveeyes #BritishColumbia #avalanche #Skiing #Tourists #Climatechange #Globalwarming #AIConcerns #AIethics #responsibleuseofai
0 notes
Video
youtube
British Columbia's Tragedy and Troubles Powerful Avalanche in British Columbia Claims Lives of Heliskiers **CLIP FROM** March 26 2025 Episode Live Chat With James on ProPics TV #Livestream #livechat #news #headlines #PeteHegseth #ElonMusk #MarkCarney #Canada #UnitedStates #USIntelligence #SignalApp #Signal #Accountability #JDVance #DonaldTrump #FBI #SecretService #CyberCrime #investigation #lawEnforcement #nationalsecurity #trumpexcuses #MichaelWaltz #USGovernmentLeaks #UnsecuredNationalIntelligence #DOGE #tulsigabbard #nedia #trumpstatements #Whitehouseresponse #whiteHouse #touristcrimes #Tourismcriminals #courts #juducualbranch #Judiciary #USMilitary #5eyes #fiveeyes #BritishColumbia #avalanche #Skiing #Tourists #Climatechange #Globalwarming #AIConcerns #AIethics #responsibleuseofai
0 notes
Video
youtube
BIGGEST News Stories Making Waves Right Now Stay informed on the biggest news stories making waves right now! From Tulsi Gabbard to Donald Trump, we've got you covered on the latest headlines and national security updates. Tune in to stay up-to-date on all the breaking news. March 26 2025 Episode Live Chat With James on ProPics TV #Livestream #livechat #news #headlines #PeteHegseth #ElonMusk #MarkCarney #Canada #UnitedStates #USIntelligence #SignalApp #Signal #Accountability #JDVance #DonaldTrump #FBI #SecretService #CyberCrime #investigation #lawEnforcement #nationalsecurity #trumpexcuses #MichaelWaltz #USGovernmentLeaks #UnsecuredNationalIntelligence #DOGE #tulsigabbard #nedia #trumpstatements #Whitehouseresponse #whiteHouse #touristcrimes #Tourismcriminals #courts #juducualbranch #Judiciary #USMilitary #5eyes #fiveeyes #BritishColumbia #avalanche #Skiing #Tourists #Climatechange #Globalwarming #AIConcerns #AIethics #responsibleuseofai
0 notes