‘WORSE THAN LINCOLN’: Hegseth Replaces ‘BROKEN’ Gulf Warship With ‘MOLDY’ USS George Washington
Aug 17, 2026
The USS George Washington is being deployed to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, whose Middle East deployment has stretched for more than eight months amid reports of deteriorating morale and difficult conditions aboard the carrier.
The move comes as sailors and their families raise concerns over food shortages, sanitation and mental-health struggles, while officials defend the Navy’s handling of the prolonged deployment.
Why are USS Abraham Lincoln Sailors Jumping Overboard? Trump Dismisses Concern as Families Freak Out
Aug 15, 2026
Food shortages, plumbing issues, and the record for longest deployment at sea. Sailors and Marines aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln face severe mental breaking points as some attempt to jump from ship.
Navy families say morale is low aboard USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier
Aug 15, 2026
President Trump dismissed reports of worsening conditions and deteriorating mental health aboard USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed longer than is typical.
'NO PADS, NO TAMPONS...': US Warship's Women Sailors Living 200-Day NIGHTMARE; Hegseth 'Fired'
Aug 16, 2026
Families of sailors aboard the USS Boxer say feminine hygiene products are running dangerously low and care packages are not reaching the crew. Relatives connected to the USS Abraham Lincoln, USS Tripoli and USS George H.W. Bush have separately reported shortages of food and soap, plumbing problems and delayed mail.
The Navy disputes some of the more severe allegations but acknowledges resupply difficulties. The complaints raise questions about whether America’s logistics network can sustain its expanding global deployments.