911 Emergency Call Made by US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin Released for Public Listening

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization on New Year's Day, along with his delay in informing colleagues and the White House about his cancer and surgery complications, has caused controversy and triggered investigations. The emergency phone call that led to his admission has been released, revealing a caller requesting the ambulance to be discreet without lights or sirens. Austin was released after a two-week stay in hospital following complications from prostate surgery. The incident raised concerns about security and transparency, leading to three investigations. Austin, who is recovering remotely, remains in the chain of command for the US military. Despite calls from some Republicans for his dismissal, President Biden has expressed his full confidence in Austin, although he acknowledged that Austin made an error in judgment by not informing the White House about his hospitalization.