Donald Trump asked the National Guard to withdraw from the streets of Washington Sunday, June 7, 2020. - Patrick Semansky / AP / SIPA

US President Donald Trump on Sunday ordered the withdrawal of National Guard soldiers from Washington, saying the situation was now under control after days of protests linked to the death of George Floyd.

"They can quickly come back"

"I just ordered our National Guard to start withdrawing from Washington DC now that everything is under control," he tweeted.

"They will go home but can quickly return, if necessary. Far fewer protesters than expected yesterday (Saturday) evening! ”, He added.

I have just given an order for our National Guard to start the process of withdrawing from Washington, DC, now that everything is under perfect control. They will be going home, but can quickly return, if needed. Far fewer protesters showed up last night than anticipated!

- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 7, 2020

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