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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is sending 316 National Guard members to Washington, D.C.

The deployment supports President Donald Trump's executive order to address crime in the nation's capital.

Democrats and some military veterans have criticized the move as unconstitutional and politically motivated.

ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp announced Friday that he is sending 316 members of the Georgia National Guard to Washington, D.C., to support President Donald Trump’s use of troops to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital.

The Georgia Guard contingent heading to Washington will include 300 soldiers and 16 support staff.

“Georgia is proud to stand with the Trump administration in its mission to ensure the security and beauty of our nation’s c

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