Scott, Luria to Tour USS George Washington to Discuss Working Conditions After Recent Suicides
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – TODAY, May 3rd, Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) will be joining Congresswoman Elaine Luria (VA-02) for a tour of the USS George Washington and to discuss recent suicides and working conditions aboard the ship while it has been homeported at Newport News Shipbuilding for its midlife refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH). At least seven sailors stationed aboard the George Washington have committed suicide over the course of its RCOH.
"I appreciate the Navy meeting with me and Congresswoman Luria to discuss these disturbing reports of suicides of sailors stationed aboard the USS George Washington," stated Rep. Scott. "I will be interested in hearing what steps the Navy is taking to address the reported working conditions aboard the George Washington and to ensure the mental health and safety of our sailors. We have a solemn duty to do everything we can to protect and support those who serve our nation in uniform."
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