8 sailors attempted suicide on Lincoln carrier group's long deployment, Navy leader says
Summary
Eight sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group tried to take their own lives during a long deployment, according to the Acting Navy Secretary. No sailors died by suicide during the mission, which lasted over 260 days and included mental health staff and efforts to maintain food and hygiene supplies despite some challenges.Key Facts
- Eight sailors attempted suicide during the Lincoln strike group’s deployment; no suicides were reported.
- The strike group includes about 6,000 sailors and spent over 260 days continuously at sea.
- The Navy sent mental health professionals and a therapy dog to support the crew.
- The deployment faced supply issues, causing meal options to be temporarily reduced but provided four balanced meals daily.
- Hygiene product deliveries were delayed but prioritized and managed with a rotation system.
- Some technical problems occurred, including water piping failures and issues with desalination units.
- President Donald Trump minimized concerns about the ship’s conditions during the deployment.
- The Lincoln carrier group supported military operations in the Middle East, specifically related to Iran.
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