Stars and Stripes

Stars and Stripes is an independent news organization that provides news and information to members of the U.S. military, their families, and civilian employees. It has a long history of serving the armed forces, offering coverage of military life, policy, and global events relevant to service members. The organization is currently newsworthy due to its reporting on critical issues affecting military personnel. Specifically, recent reports from Stars and Stripes have highlighted a concerning mental health crisis aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, detailing multiple attempted overboard incidents among sailors enduring an extended deployment. This coverage brings attention to the challenges faced by military families and the well-being of those serving, underscoring the vital role Stars and Stripes plays in bringing these important, often overlooked, stories to light within and beyond the military community.