Democratic lawmakers are pressing for an investigation into the USS Abraham Lincoln's record 260-day deployment, citing reports of food shortages and sailor suicide attempts. They argue the conditions reflect poor planning in the Iran war, while the White House dismisses the claims as exaggerated.

Aug 18, 2026

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Over 30 US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Abandon Military Plans for Cuba and End Migrant Detention at Guantánamo Bay

More than 30 U.S. lawmakers sent a letter to top Trump administration officials demanding an end to using Guantánamo Bay for migrant detention and ruling out any military action against Cuba. The letter warns such moves would be unlawful and destabilizing, worsening the humanitarian crisis on the island. It also calls for lifting sanctions that contribute to Cuba's crisis and abandoning any planned military operations.

May 13, 2026