Lincoln’s Long Patrol Sparks Concern | California News

The USS George Washington heads to the Middle East as tensions rise over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has set a new record with over 240 days at sea amid reports of supply shortages and mental health struggles. Lawmakers demand accountability, accusing the Pentagon of neglect, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismisses claims as exaggerated. The Navy insists critical supplies are prioritized and sailors have access to essentials, though it won’t release data on mental health concerns. Senators and representatives push for oversight, including a proposed bipartisan ship visit, as the strain on deployed sailors continues to mount. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f6a2e0cd329876e4