Lloyd Austin’s Prostate Cancer Procedure: Deputy to Take Charge

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will undergo a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure related to his previously reported prostate cancer. During this time, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks will temporarily assume his duties. The Pentagon released a statement confirming the arrangements for Austin's medical process.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will undergo a non-surgical procedure on Friday related to his previously reported prostate cancer, the Pentagon said.

Austin will be temporarily unable to perform his functions during the minimally invasive procedure and Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks will assume his duties, the Pentagon said in a statement.