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The Ford is Getting Tired

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Started April 18, 2026

The USS Gerald R. Ford’s record deployment has seen laundry-room fires, clogged toilets, and combat theaters around the globe

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The Ford is Getting Tired

Matt Taibbi (United States) | Apr 17, 2026

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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
Critics should consider that operational issues like those on the USS Gerald R. Ford are common in military deployments, not unique to this vessel.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The issues faced by the USS Gerald R. Ford, like laundry-room fires and clogged toilets, reveal serious flaws in military preparedness.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The USS Gerald R. Ford's extensive deployment highlights the need for modernized infrastructure to support our naval forces effectively.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
While the USS Gerald R. Ford's deployment is historic, it raises questions about the sustainability of our naval operations in prolonged engagements.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 18, 2026
The challenges experienced on the USS Gerald R. Ford should prompt a reevaluation of operational strategies and resource allocation in the Navy.
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