What Happened
Carrier Strike Group Returns After Lengthy Middle East Deployment
The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has returned to the US after a lengthy and controversial deployment to the Middle East. The crew was met by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who presented them with the Presidential Unit Citation for their service. However, the deployment was marred by reports of poor living conditions, mental health issues, and food supply challenges, which led to scrutiny from Democratic lawmakers. The USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment was first reported by The Hill.