COLUMBIA, S.C. - Around 200 soldiers in the South Carolina Army National Guard returned home Saturday after being deployed for more than a month in Washington, D.C, at the request of President Donald Trump.

The Georgia National Guard will replace South Carolina troops in D.C.

The South Carolina National Guard was one of several states that deployed a total of 2,300 National Guard members.

The deployment was met with criticism from state Democrats, who called the move “dangerous and irresponsible.”

Throughout their deployment, South Carolina soldiers of the 4th Battalion, 118th Infantry Regiment provided security at Metro stations, patrolled the National Mall, maintained a visible presence around the White House, and provided support during sporting events.

Officials said troops also p

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