Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin released from hospital

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was released from the hospital Monday, after a two-week stay to treat complications stemming from surgery to treat prostate cancer, according to a statement from the Pentagon. 

"The Secretary continues to recover well and, on the advice of doctors, will recuperate and perform his duties remotely for a period of time before returning full-time to the Pentagon. He has full access to required secure communications capabilities," the Pentagon said. 

Upon his release, Austin released a statement thanking "the outstanding doctors and nursing staff for their professionalism and superb support."