# US disputes reports of trying conditions on carrier in Gulf

https://mins.news/en/item/21556

- DW, 2026-08-13 19:02 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/us-disputes-reports-of-trying-conditions-on-carrier-in-gulf/a-78359084?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rejected reports that conditions and mental health aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln had deteriorated, calling them “completely misrepresented.” Reports cited shortages, water and plumbing problems, morale concerns and a thwarted overboard suicide attempt. Senators Ruben Gallego and Richard Blumenthal are seeking an investigation.

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