Trump dismisses concerns as reports surface of poor conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln

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Democratic lawmakers are calling for an investigation into conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.

The aircraft carrier has spent more than 250 straight days at sea as part of its deployment in the Middle East. Military families have reported food and supply shortages, broken plumbing and worsening mental health among the crew. Some sailors have reportedly tried to jump overboard, prompting ca…

Democratic lawmakers are calling for an investigation into conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.

The aircraft carrier has spent more than 250 straight days at sea as part of its deployment in the Middle East. Military families have reported food and supply shortages, broken plumbing and worsening mental health among the crew. Some sailors have reportedly tried to jump overboard, prompting ca…

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