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The deployment was the carrier Truman\u2019s third overseas cruise in the last four years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cAfter completing a successful deployment we would love nothing more than to be reunited with our friends and families,\u201d Loiselle said in the release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe recognize that these are unique circumstances and the responsible thing to do is to ensure we are able to answer our nation\u2019s call while ensuring the health and safety of our Sailors. 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