In a recent statement, President Trump addressed concerns about the USS Lincoln's extended deployment. He claimed that the duration of the deployment has not been excessively long. The president made this comment to reporters on Friday, sparking interest in the situation.

Families of those on the aircraft carrier have been speaking out, indicating that they are affected by the extended deployment. Further details about the president's statement and the USS Lincoln's deployment are available from KTXS, the local ABC affiliate in Abilene, Texas.