Killed 21 people across the state of california as families frantically search for the hundreds reported missing. Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to the lead. Im jake tapper. We begin this afternoon with the world lead. The Nuclear Standoff with north korea reaching another alarming level just a short time ago. North koreas foreign minister declaring that President Trumps, quote, insane warning at the united nations, quote, lit the wick of war. Moments ago, President Trump denied that he wants to increase the u. S. Nuclear stockpile as had been reported, but he did say the stockpile must be in perfect condition. We wont need an increase, but i want modernization and i want total rehabilitation. Its got to be in tip top shape. Briefed yet again by defense secretary james mattis and joseph dunford. Meanwhile, american b1 bombers conducted mock missile launches along the Korean Peninsula yesterday. Cnns Barbara Starr begins our coverage live from the pentagon. Reporter b1 bombers flying
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