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Sailors and Marines line the deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln as it deploys from San Diego in 2021. (K.C. Alfred/San Diego Union-Tribune/AP)

Democrats seek answers after reports of poor conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln

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Senate Democrats are demanding answers from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after reports of deteriorating conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, including supply shortages, attempted suicides and sewage issues. Sen. Richard Blumenthal expressed concerns about the extended deployment supporting operations against Iran. Hegseth has denied the reports of problems, calling them "FAKE NEWS." Sen. Ruben Gallegos is pushing for a bipartisan oversight visit.

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