On Friday's broadcast of MSNBC's “Morning Joe,” Pentagon spokesman Maj. Gen. Patrick Ryder said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin took full responsibility for not informing the public of his absence, saying, “This is extremely “It is a personal matter and we have provided information.” Many details were given about the treatment he received after developing complications. ”
After Ryder said there would be a review that would include the Pentagon inspector general, co-host Joe Scarborough said Austin was in charge and the Pentagon has already taken some corrective actions. asked. A detailed study of research. This is just a question, but why didn't the Pentagon pick up the phone and say, “Mr. President, unfortunately I have prostate cancer and I have to have surgery, so I'm going to be out.” I guess it was. Several days? “
Ryder replied: “Well, once again, the Secretary took full responsibility. In the statement we issued from his doctor, he said that this is a very personal matter and that he I think it's clear that you've provided a lot of detail regarding the treatment you received. So, look, the Secretary of Defense is a very hard-working person and a dedicated public servant. I've worked with him for a very long time. But at the core of every day, I'm focused on what we can do to keep our country safe. So, again, I think that's going to continue to be his focus. I'm sure that will continue to be the case. But as you pointed out, we've learned some lessons and are committed to doing better in the future.”
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