Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced on August 14, 2026, that the USS Abraham Lincoln is set to return to the United States. This decision follows scrutiny regarding the conditions experienced by sailors during the aircraft carrier's extended deployment. Secretary Cao stated, "The USS Abraham Lincoln crushed their deployment and will return home soon as part of a planned rotation."
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USS Abraham Lincoln to Return to the U.S., According to Acting Navy Secretary
The USS Abraham Lincoln is scheduled to return to the U.S. after a lengthy deployment, as announced by Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao. The return comes amid concerns regarding the conditions faced by sailors aboard the carrier.
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