NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 18, 2026Hillsborough
San Diego lawmakers demand Department of Defense investigation into USS Abraham Lincoln deployment
Lawmakers representing San Diego are calling for an independent review of the USS Abraham Lincoln's deployment, which has exceeded 250 consecutive days at sea without a port call. The request follows concerns regarding the conditions faced by sailors and marines currently serving on the vessel.
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The inquiry seeks to address transparency and personnel welfare standards for military members serving on extended s exceeding 250 days.
Key Facts
- The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for over 250 consecutive days without a port call.
- San Diego lawmakers are formally requesting an independent investigation from the Department of Defense.
- The request is driven by a lack of information regarding the conditions faced by sailors and marines on board.
- The inquiry focuses on the impact of the prolonged deployment on military personnel.
Who's Mentioned
personHung Cao“Acting Secretary of the Navy”locationSan Diego“The region represented by the lawmakers requesting the investigation.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”otherUSS Abraham Lincoln“Naval vessel currently on extended deployment”other200“Days at sea referenced by veteran”personScott Peters“U.S. Representative from San Diego”personAdam Schiff“U.S. Senator from California”other250“Days at sea without port call”personMike Levin“U.S. Representative”other90“Longest deployment of veteran Ric Guerrero”organizationDepartment of Defense“The federal body requested to conduct the investigation.”personAlex Padilla“U.S. Senator from California”personSara Jacobs“U.S. Representative from San Diego”personJuan Vargas“U.S. Representative from San Diego”