US aircraft carrier breaks record for longest deployment since the Vietnam War
Senator Tim Kaine criticized the record-breaking deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford, citing its impact on crew mental health.
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The USS Gerald R. Ford has broken the record for the longest post-Vietnam War deployment at 295 days. Senator Tim Kaine and Navy leadership have voiced concerns over the mental health of the crew and the operational strain on the carrier.
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