USS Lincoln faces mental health challenges amid long deployment
Published on · Source: cnbc.com
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Summarized by AI from the source belowAmid the USS Lincoln's extended deployment of over eight months, U.S. Central Command Commander Adm. Brad Cooper acknowledged mental health issues among sailors aboard the aircraft carrier. Reports indicate several sailors attempted to jump overboard, prompting concerns about morale. Cooper stated that the Lincoln has one of the lowest mental health case numbers among the Navy's 11 active aircraft carriers. This situation has drawn criticism from lawmakers like Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, who calls for accountability regarding conditions for service members, which may impact military operations and resources.
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