The USS George Washington is en route to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since November 21, 2025. Reports indicate that the extended deployment has raised mental health concerns among the crew, with at least two sailors reportedly attempting to jump overboard. Families of the sailors have expressed worries about the impact of long deployments and the conditions aboard the Lincoln, which include issues such as broken toilets and food shortages. The Navy has stated that it has not identified an increase in reported suicidal ideation or attempts aboard the Lincoln. Secretary of the Navy Pete Hegseth has commented that some reports regarding the conditions on the Lincoln have been misrepresented. The Lincoln has been at sea for 241 consecutive days, surpassing the previous record for consecutive days at sea during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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USS George Washington to Replace USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Crew Mental Health Concerns
The USS George Washington is set to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East after concerns about the mental health of the crew aboard the Lincoln arose. Reports indicate that the Lincoln has faced multiple issues during its extended deployment, which has lasted over 241 consecutive days. The Navy has disputed claims of increased mental health crises among the crew.
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USS George Washington To Replace USS Abraham Lincoln As Concerns Grow About Mental Health Of Crew
USS George Washington to Replace USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Crew Mental Health Concerns