Austin, the first Black defense secretary, ends his term marred by Afghanistan but buoyed by Ukraine
- Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will say goodbye after a term marked by military crises and a personal health issue, as stated in the headline.
- Austin was the first Black Defense Secretary, appointed by President Joe Biden in 2021, following a notable military career.
- His tenure included the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 13 U.S. Service members and 170 Afghans.
- Austin's handling of his cancer diagnosis led to a report on his failure to notify the White House, prompting new notification processes.
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