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August 17, 2026
USS Benfold Adrift for Four Days in South China Sea
- USS Benfold lost power on July 24 due to generator failure, leaving crew without basic services.
- The destroyer was towed to Subic Bay on July 28, with power restored two days later.
- Democratic lawmakers are pressing the administration on low morale and mental health issues among sailors.
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- US Navy destroyer adrift in South China Sea for four days after losing powerAug 17, 2026 at 6:09 PM · The Guardian
- U.S. Navy destroyer lost power for 4 days in South China SeaAug 17, 2026 at 10:17 PM · Washington Post