'Fake news!' Trump downplays concerns about USS Lincoln after reports of disturbing conditions

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President Donald Trump dismissed reports of deteriorating conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln as "fake news," explicitly pushing back against growing outcries from military families regarding supply shortages, mental health crises, and a grueling, record-breaking deployment in the Middle East.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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