Milkweed for butterflies

I found orange and black flying bugs eating my milkweeds. What can I use to get rid of them but not hurt the butterflies?
Also, the leaves are covered in a white substance. Is that normal?
Thank you.

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 05/07/2017 @ 7:36 pm

Milkweed bugs are generally considered a beneficial insect, but in some cases a large infestation can become an issue.
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