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USS George Washington Takes Over Amid Lincoln Morale Crisis | Salt Lake City News
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln after a grueling 250-day deployment marred by alarming morale and welfare concerns. While Navy officials deny widespread mental health crises — citing a single sailor’s rescue as an accident — families are sounding the alarm with disturbing messages and media reports. Extended deployments strain not just service members but their loved ones at home, who shoulder extra burdens while coping with uncertain communication. Experts warn that inconsistent contact can heighten anxiety, making military spouses…
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