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Hegseth faces heat as more than 220 troops contract flu at San Antonio’s Lackland Air Force Base
By Stephanie Koithan at San Antonio Current
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
More than 220 troops at San Antonio’s Lackland Air Force Base have contracted influenza, and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are assigning blame for the outbreak to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The upsurge in flu cases at the Alamo City site — the nation’s biggest military base by populat...
Key takeaway More than 220 troops at San Antonio’s Lackland Air Force Base have contracted influenza, and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are assigning blame for the outbreak to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base has significant implications for the broader Alamo Heights community, given the base's massive population of 67,000 service members. As the nation's largest military base by population, Lackland's health concerns can quickly ripple out into the surrounding area, including Alamo Heights. Local residents may be concerned about the potential for community spread, particularly in areas where military personnel and civilians interact. The base's large population also puts a strain on local healthcare resources, which could be stretched thin if the outbreak continues to grow. As lawmakers scrutinize Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's handling of the outbreak, Alamo Heights residents will be watching closely to see how the situation is managed and what measures are taken to prevent further spread of the flu. The economic and social ties between the base and the community make a swift and effective response crucial.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
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What is this story about? More than 220 troops at San Antonio’s Lackland Air Force Base have contracted influenza, and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are assigning blame for the outbreak to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The upsurge in flu cases at the Alamo City site — the nation’s biggest military base by populat...
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