Navy Sailor Dies by Suicide After Deployment Keeps Getting Extended

A US Navy sailor, identified as a black sailor, took their own life after their deployment was extended multiple times. The sailor, who was serving on the USS Gerald R. Ford, was initially deployed for 6-9 months but ended up staying on the ship for 21 months due to operational requirements. The extension of the deployment was reportedly due to the ship's ongoing maintenance and the need to replace its crew.