Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., stated on NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard is intended to de-escalate tensions amid protests following George Floyd’s murder, emphasizing the urgency to prevent prolonged unrest. He mentioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s suggestion to mobilize active-duty Marines from Camp Pendleton if violence escalates, clarifying their potential role as support rather than in local law enforcement. In contrast, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., advocated for utilizing the National Guard based on successful outcomes in Wisconsin, believing it would effectively address the situation in California.
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Icelandic volcano erupts again, prompting evacuations at nearby town and Blue Lagoon
A volcanic eruption at the Sundhnukur volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula began early Wednesday, prompting evacuations in nearby areas, including tourist sites like the Blue Lagoon. The eruption created two fissures and released volcanic glass strands, leading to high gas pollution levels, while Iceland has seen 11 eruptions since the volcano became active again in 2021. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A volcano in southwest Iceland has started erupting, leading to evacuations of...
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