Trump dismisses USS Lincoln criticism and snaps at CNN reporter to ‘be quiet’
Summary
President Donald Trump said the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is well maintained, despite reports of poor conditions on the ship during its long time at sea. He criticized CNN's reporting and told a reporter to "be quiet" during a White House event. Families of sailors disagreed with Trump's statements and expressed frustration that their concerns were dismissed.Key Facts
- President Trump claimed he heard from a retired admiral that the USS Abraham Lincoln is "beautifully maintained."
- Trump called CNN's reports on poor ship conditions "fake news."
- The USS Abraham Lincoln left San Diego on November 21, 2025, and has been at sea for over 250 days without a port visit.
- Reports from Navy Times and Stars and Stripes describe shortages of supplies, water problems, and plumbing issues on the ship.
- Some sailors have reportedly tried to jump from the ship because of harsh conditions.
- Democratic lawmakers asked the Pentagon for explanations about the reported problems.
- Families of sailors are upset that President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed the sailors’ experiences and concerns.
- Some family members fear retaliation for speaking about the issues on the USS Abraham Lincoln.
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