US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War
Senator Kaine expressed concern over the mental health of sailors on the USS Gerald R. Ford during its record-breaking 295-day deployment.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford broke the post-Vietnam record for the longest aircraft carrier deployment at 295 days. The milestone highlights significant strain on service members and equipment, prompting criticism from Senator Tim Kaine regarding the human toll of the mission's extension.
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