USS George Washington Replaces Crisis-Hit Abraham Lincoln
The USS George Washington has been sent to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for over 265 days, leading to a mental health crisis among its 5,000 crew members. A sailor reportedly jumped from the carrier as food and supply shortages exacerbated stress levels.
Donald Trump stated the deployment was “not nearly long enough” and confirmed the replacement. The USS George Washington, based in Japan, is expected to arrive in about nine days.
Reports of poor conditions, including issues with lavatories and food, have prompted military families to voice concerns. The US Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, claimed these reports were “completely misrepresented.” Supply issues began after Iranian missiles hit a naval base in Bahrain, forcing the Pentagon to use Diego Garcia as a logistics hub.
The USS Abraham Lincoln departed San Diego on November 21, 2025, and was rerouted to the Middle East for Operation Epic Fury in February, with its deployment extended indefinitely.
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