COLUMBIA, S.C. —

Gov. Henry McMaster Saturday authorized the deployment of 200 South Carolina National Guardsmen to Washington, D.C.

The guardsmen will support federal law enforcement activities under President Donald J. Trump's executive order to Restore Law and Order in the District of Columbia.

The governor said the guardsmen are subject to immediate recall if a hurricane or other natural disaster requires their return to South Carolina.

" South Carolina is proud to stand with President Trump as he works to restore law and order to our nation's capital and ensure safety for all who live, work, and visit there,” McMaster said. “As our National Guard works to support President Trump’s mission, should a hurricane or natural disaster threaten our state, these men and women can and will

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