8 sailors in USS Lincoln group attempted suicide on extended deployment, Navy leader says
- Posted on September 24, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Mental health concerns have emerged within the U.S. Navy following an extended deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group. According to Navy leadership, eight service members attempted suicide during an unprecedented continuous operational period supporting Middle East military operations. The incident highlights growing challenges related to sailor psychological wellbeing during prolonged missions and raises questions about support systems available to deployed personnel.
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8 sailors in USS Lincoln group attempted suicide on extended deployment, Navy leader says
Eight sailors attempted suicide while deployed with the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group, which spent a record-setting uninterrupted time at sea supporting the Iran war, the Navy’s top civilian leader said this week.
