Sources say sailor from USS Lincoln went overboard last month, families sound alarm about conditions
Two sources tell CBS News a sailor on the USS Lincoln went overboard last month. They were pulled from the water safely, but the moment comes as some family members say they're concerned about conditions aboard the ship. CBS News' Reed Cowan reports.
A sailor on the USS Abraham Lincoln went overboard last month but was safely pulled from the water. This incident has raised concerns about conditions on the ship, which has been deployed for nearly nine months. Family members of sailors on board have expressed alarm over severe burnout, harsh conditions, and reported mental health crises.
The USS Abraham Lincoln has spent over 250 days at sea without docking, with reports of food shortages, broken plumbing, and water contamination. US Senator Richard Blumenthal has demanded a formal inquiry into the conditions on board, citing concerns about the Navy's ability to sustainably generate carrier forces while preserving servicemember well-being.
According to CBS News, some family members are concerned about conditions aboard the ship. The US Defense Secretary has pushed back against reports of deteriorating conditions, saying they have been "completely misrepresented". However, Blumenthal's letter to the Defense Secretary and the Acting Navy Secretary demands a formal accounting of conditions on the carrier, giving the Navy two weeks to provide answers.
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