USS Abraham Lincoln fiasco demands a congressional probe

The USS Abraham Lincoln is headed home after a nine-month deployment marked by severe conditions. A sailor on board attempted to take his own life on August 3 while the carrier was operating in rough seas. According to his wife, the 19-year-old sailor had repeatedly sought mental health support during the deployment, but his concerns were dismissed by his chain of command and the ship's medical staff.

The sailor, who remains unnamed, was wearing a life jacket and was recovered about an hour after going overboard. He was medically evaluated on the carrier before being evacuated for further treatment. His wife, also 19, reported that they have a 3½-year-old son and a daughter born in February while he was deployed.

The incident has raised concerns about the treatment of troops on the USS Abraham Lincoln. The Asia Times has called for a congressional probe into the situation.

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