Defense Secretary Austin Issues Statement on Death of Ex-Secretary of Defense Carter
October 26, 2022
October 26, 2022
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 (TNStalk) -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following statement on Oct. 25, 2022, by Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III on the death of ex-Secretary of Defense Ash Carter:
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"I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of former Secretary of Defense Ash Carter. Today, the entire Department of Defense mourns the loss of a towering intellect, a steadfast leader, a devoted mentor to countless public servants, and a great patrio . . .
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"I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of former Secretary of Defense Ash Carter. Today, the entire Department of Defense mourns the loss of a towering intellect, a steadfast leader, a devoted mentor to countless public servants, and a great patrio . . .