USS Abraham Lincoln sailors tried to jump overboard amid extended deployment – reports
Summary
Sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln have faced very difficult conditions during an extended deployment related to the war with Iran. Reports say some crew members tried to jump overboard due to stress and poor living conditions, while families and government officials have raised concerns about their mental health and basic needs.Key Facts
- The USS Abraham Lincoln's crew has been deployed at sea for nine months, with 250 days in a row without going ashore.
- There are more than 5,000 sailors and marines aboard this aircraft carrier.
- Multiple sailors have attempted to jump overboard because of mental stress and burnout.
- Families held a town hall meeting in San Diego to express concern over the sailors’ mental health and living conditions.
- Reported poor living conditions include moldy showers, broken toilets, no hot water, and limited food options.
- The deployment was extended due to the US-Israel conflict involving Iran, originally planned to last until May but continuing into the summer.
- Some lawmakers criticized the defense secretary for dismissing these serious concerns.
- Studies show deployed sailors often face loud noises, little rest, and poor mental and physical healthcare.
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