Senator Ed Markey is reiterating his call for negotiations with North Korea.
The Massachusetts Democrat says he welcomes Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's comment that direct negotiations is the only way to eliminate the threat of North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.
Markey also cautions that President Trump's comment about a "major conflict" needlessly raises tensions on the Korean Peninsula and increases the risks of an accidental war.
Meantime, President Trump is responding to North Korea's latest missile test.
The President tweeted, "North Korea disrespected the wishes of China and it's highly respected President when it launched, though unsuccessfully, a missile today. Bad!"
U.S. officials confirmed North Korea launched a medium-range missile early Saturday.
It exploded shortly after take off about 20 miles from the launch site.
The White House released a brief statement saying, "The administration is aware of the most recent North Korean missile test. The President has been briefed."
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