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USS Lincoln Struggles as George Washington Deploys | Oakland News
The USS George Washington is en route to the Middle East, poised to relieve the overstretched USS Abraham Lincoln—now stuck on a 240-day deployment amid supply disruptions and food shortages that sparked congressional scrutiny. While the Navy insists mission-critical supplies like food and water are prioritized, early denials of shortages have fueled demands for transparency. Lawmakers are pushing for investigations as Navy leaders meet with crew families and vow to improve conditions. The move underscores the strain on U.S. naval forces in the region and the urgent need for operational…
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