STRIPES (Alison Bath) - Navy secretary calls reports of Lincoln crew struggles ‘dishonest’ | Stars and Stripes
The USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment has included few regular port calls because the nearest common stops have been within range of Iranian attacks.
AI:Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro is attempting to gaslight the public by labeling reports regarding crew struggles aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as "dishonest" despite mounting evidence of a mental health crisis among service members. The carrier's deployment has been characterized by a lack of regular port calls because common stops sit directly within range of Iranian missile strikes, leaving sailors in high-threat zones without necessary respite. While the administration and Secretary Hegseth focus on managing perceptions and dismissing claims made by worried families, the operational reality involves maintaining presence in dangerous waters while facing significant crew strain.Open