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Trump Iran Comment Controversy

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President Donald Trump suggested that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a political rally in Nebraska on Monday, drawing condemnation from California leaders, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, who called the remarks "deranged and dangerous."

Summary AI · cited

Donald Trump joked at a rally in Nebraska that the US should let Iran 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego.12

Trump defended the Iran War and stated that higher gas prices are a small price to pay for keeping Iran from having a nuclear weapon.12

Leaders in California quickly condemned Trump's remarks, with Governor Gavin Newsom calling them 'deranged and dangerous'.23

Trump later clarified his comments during a campaign rally in Texas, saying the US would not let Iran attack Los Angeles or San Diego.4

Written by AI from articles by 7 outlets. Each sentence links to the articles it rests on, and was checked automatically: every name, number and quote must appear in the sentences it cites, or it is removed.

Sources cited (7)
  1. Trump ponders whether Iran should 'take out Los Angeles' while defending higher gas prices and war with Iran Daily Mail, 6 Oct
  2. Trump suggests he would let Iran ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego The Guardian, 6 Oct
  3. Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego ABC News (US), 6 Oct
  4. ‘Let them hit Los Angeles’: Trump clarifies Iran war remarks, says he ‘won’t let that happen’ Times of India, 8 Oct
  5. Trump finally clarifies his ‘take out’ LA comment after three days of uproar The Independent, 8 Oct
  6. Miranda Devine: The far-left is pushing its most nonsensical anti-Trump hoax yet. It will only hurt Dems in the midterms New York Post, 8 Oct
  7. Trump now says "we protect our cities" after saying Iran could bomb LA and San Diego CBS News, 8 Oct

What happened

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Todd Gloria, the mayor of San Diego, said his city was “not collateral damage” in the president’s war.

8 of 18 outletsfirst reported 6 Octwording from The Guardian

At his rally in Nebraska, Trump claimed that high prices due to the war with Iran are a “small price to pay for keeping the world safe – keeping our country safe”.

10 of 18 outletsfirst reported 6 Octwording from The Guardian

Gov. Gavin Newsom called the president’s remarks "deranged and dangerous."

7 of 18 outletsfirst reported 6 Octwording from ABC News

Karen Bass, the beleaguered mayor of Los Angeles who is struggling to keep her job, said Trump’s statements “are dangerous and could potentially compromise our safety.”

6 of 18 outletsfirst reported 6 Octwording from New York Post

What each outlet says

One AI summary per outlet of its latest article on this story, written from that article alone and checked against it. Open the article for the outlet's own words.

The Guardian7 Oct

During a rally in Nebraska, President Trump made alarming comments suggesting that Iran could launch a nuclear attack on Los Angeles or San Diego, which drew strong criticism from California officials. Governor Gavin Newsom called the president “deranged and dangerous,” while the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego criticized Trump for threatening their cities. Critics argue that Trump’s speech was not only alarmist…

‘Take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego? Trump is beyond irresponsible | Ted Widmer →3 articles from The Guardian on this story
New York Post8 Oct

Miranda Devine writes an opinion piece claiming that Democrats are exaggerating President Trump's statements about Iran at a Nebraska rally. She argues that while Trump warned of potential threats to U.S. allies and possibly American cities, the Democrats and their media supporters mischaracterized his comments as advocating for Iranian attacks on Los Angeles and San Diego. Devine suggests this misinformation is an…

Miranda Devine: The far-left is pushing its most nonsensical anti-Trump hoax yet. It will only hurt Dems in the midterms →3 articles from New York Post on this story
The Independent8 Oct

President Donald Trump addressed confusion over his controversial remarks about Iran potentially bombing Los Angeles and San Diego by claiming on Truth Social that he was making a comparison between higher gas prices and the potential devastation of city bombings. Three days earlier during rallies in Nebraska and Texas, Trump had suggested letting Iran “take out” these cities to illustrate his point about national…

Trump finally clarifies his ‘take out’ LA comment after three days of uproar →3 articles from The Independent on this story
Los Angeles Times8 Oct

President Trump addressed concerns about Iran’s potential threat to U.S. cities during a rally in Texas, assuring the crowd that he would protect Los Angeles and San Diego from any attack by Iran. This came after controversial remarks on Monday suggesting these cities could be targeted, which drew criticism from California officials who accused Trump of compromising city safety. The White House had previously…

Trump says he won't let Iran strike L.A. or San Diego: 'Not going to let that happen' →3 articles from Los Angeles Times on this story
Al Jazeera7 Oct

President Donald Trump sparked controversy when he suggested at a rally that American cities like Los Angeles and San Diego could be targets for an Iranian attack as part of sacrifices needed to keep the country safe. This statement drew immediate criticism from politicians across party lines, including California Governor Gavin Newsom who called it "madness" and "dangerous." Republican Jim Desmond also distanced…

Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los Angeles →2 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
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NBC News8 Oct

President Donald Trump defended his previous comments about Iran's potential to attack U.S. cities like Los Angeles and San Diego during a rally in San Antonio on Wednesday. After facing backlash for suggesting that Iran could target these areas if the United States did not stop them from developing nuclear weapons, Trump stated, "We protect our cities" and promised to prevent such attacks. California Governor Gavin…

Trump says ‘we protect our cities’ after saying Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego →2 articles from NBC News on this story
Fox News7 Oct

Democrats criticized President Trump for suggesting that Iran should "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a speech in Nebraska, but some frequent media critics are rejecting these claims. Trump was discussing potential consequences if Iran obtained nuclear weapons, not directly advocating for an attack on U.S. cities. This critique has led to pushback from journalists like CNN’s Daniel Dale and Aaron Blake…

Dems’ latest Trump attack backfires as frequent critics refuse to play along →2 articles from Fox News on this story
Daily Mail6 Oct

During a rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump joked about allowing Iran to attack Los Angeles and San Diego if it acquired nuclear weapons, defending this stance by saying higher gas prices are a small price for national security. California politicians, including Mayors Karen Bass of Los Angeles and Todd Gloria of San Diego, criticized Trump's comments as dangerous and threatening to city safety. Governor…

Trump ponders whether Iran should 'take out Los Angeles' while defending higher gas prices and war with Iran →
ABC News (US)6 Oct

During a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump suggested that Iran could attack Los Angeles and San Diego. California Governor Gavin Newsom responded by calling Trump’s comments “deranged and dangerous.” The article focuses on the controversy surrounding Trump's remarks and their impact on public discourse regarding national security.

Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego →
BBC6 Oct

California leaders criticized President Trump after he suggested during a rally that Iran could attack Los Angeles or San Diego to address higher gas prices due to tensions with Iran. Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump "deranged and dangerous," while Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles said the president's role is to protect, not threaten, Americans. San Diego’s Mayor Todd Gloria also condemned the remarks on X…

California leaders hit back after Trump says Iran can 'take out' LA and San Diego →
Global News6 Oct

During a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump provoked controversy by suggesting that Iran could attack major American cities like Los Angeles and San Diego, with supporters cheering his comments. Following this statement, California Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump “deranged and dangerous” on the social media platform X. The incident highlights Trump’s pattern of disparaging large…

‘Let ’em take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego, Trump says of Iran →
Washington Examiner6 Oct

President Donald Trump sparked controversy during a Republican rally by suggesting that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego as part of the costs of war, which he framed as necessary to protect the United States. Governor Gavin Newsom and mayors Todd Gloria and Karen Bass of San Diego and Los Angeles respectively condemned these remarks, calling them reckless and dangerous. Trump’s supporters later…

Trump sparks outrage for suggesting that Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego →
The Straits Times6 Oct

President Trump suggested at a rally in Nebraska that Iran could attack major US cities like Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing criticism from California officials who called his comments dangerous and deranged. Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, denounced Trump for threatening Californian cities while previously justifying military deployment within the state. The White House defended Trump's remarks, asserting they…

Californians blast Trump remark that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles, San Diego →
South China Morning Post6 Oct

At a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump told supporters that Iran could potentially attack major US cities like Los Angeles or San Diego, suggesting such an event would be “a very small price to pay” for keeping the country safe. This comment drew criticism from California’s Democratic leaders and some Republicans who found his remarks alarming and irresponsible.

Trump says Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing backlash →
Sydney Morning Herald6 Oct

At a recent political rally in Nebraska, President Trump told attendees that Iran might consider attacking large American cities such as Los Angeles or San Diego. The comment implied the possibility of military action against these specific urban areas.

Trump’s ‘take out’ LA, San Diego remark →
Time7 Oct

The article discusses President Donald Trump's inflammatory comments during a speech in Nebraska regarding potential military conflicts with Iran. Critics from both political parties and media outlets condemned Trump’s remarks as dangerous, while cable news channels analyzed their implications extensively, giving Trump significant media coverage despite his declining approval ratings and other pressing issues like…

How to Beat Trump’s Noise Machine →
Times of India8 Oct

President Donald Trump clarified his controversial remarks about Iran potentially attacking Los Angeles and San Diego at a campaign rally in Texas, stating the U.S. would prevent such an attack from happening. During the same event, he faced interruptions from protesters while campaigning for Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections. California politicians, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayors…

‘Let them hit Los Angeles’: Trump clarifies Iran war remarks, says he ‘won’t let that happen’ →

Analysis

Agreed

AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • Trump suggested Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego during a rally in Nebraska.12
Quoted from the coverage (3)

'The role of a president is to protect the country, not to actively threaten it and encourage attacks on American lives.'

6 outlets

Trump’s original comments had drawn sharp criticism from California Democrats.

6 outlets

The president’s team on Tuesday said his remarks were misunderstood, arguing the president “clearly” stated that U.S. cities would have been threatened “if a nuclear Iran hadn’t been stopped.” Trump declined to clarify what he meant by his statements when asked by a reporter Tuesday.

5 outlets

Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • Some outlets reported that Trump invited Iran to bomb California cities, while others said he was defending the war against Iran's nuclear threat.15
  • The New York Post and The Independent present conflicting interpretations of Trump's comments, with one suggesting it was a hoax and the other clarifying his stance on gas prices and security.65

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • Daily Mail frames the event as Trump pondering whether Iran should 'take out' Los Angeles, while The Guardian focuses on Trump suggesting he would let Iran attack California cities.12
  • ABC News and CBS News emphasize Trump's clarification of his comments, with ABC focusing on the initial suggestion and CBS highlighting the later defense against attacks.37
Attributed to a source3
Stated as fact12
Words to watch (3)

White House blasts media coverage of Trump’s remark about Iran destroying LA and San Diego The Independent

Newsom blasts ‘deranged and dangerous’ Trump for joking that Iran could ‘take out’ LA and San Diego New York Post

Trump sparks outrage for suggesting that Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego Washington Examiner

How it changed

  1. 6 Oct

    President Trump on Monday night suggested letting Iran "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a campaign rally.

    13 outlets · CBS News
  2. 7 Oct

    Section 4 of the 25th Amendment enables the vice president and the cabinet to declare the commander-in-chief unable to serve.

    2 outlets · The Independent
  3. 8 Oct

    Capping the night, Trump announced that he would award former Major League Baseball pitcher and seven-time Cy Young Award winner Rogers Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

    2 outlets · NBC News

Coverage 31 articles

  • 8 Oct Trump finally clarifies his ‘take out’ LA comment after three days of uproarPresident Donald Trump addressed confusion over his controversial remarks about Iran potentially bombing Los Angeles and San Diego by claiming on Truth Social that he was making a comparison between higher gas prices and the potential devastation of city bombings. Three days earlier during rallies in Nebraska and Texas, Trump had suggested letting Iran “take out” these cities to illustrate his point about national…The Independent
  • 8 Oct Trump now says "we protect our cities" after saying Iran could bomb LA and San DiegoDuring his campaign appearance for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, President Trump changed his tone from earlier statements where he suggested Iran could bomb Los Angeles and San Diego. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reported on this shift in rhetoric.CBS News
  • 8 Oct ‘Let them hit Los Angeles’: Trump clarifies Iran war remarks, says he ‘won’t let that happen’President Donald Trump clarified his controversial remarks about Iran potentially attacking Los Angeles and San Diego at a campaign rally in Texas, stating the U.S. would prevent such an attack from happening. During the same event, he faced interruptions from protesters while campaigning for Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections. California politicians, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayors…Times of India
  • 8 Oct Miranda Devine: The far-left is pushing its most nonsensical anti-Trump hoax yet. It will only hurt Dems in the midtermsMiranda Devine writes an opinion piece claiming that Democrats are exaggerating President Trump's statements about Iran at a Nebraska rally. She argues that while Trump warned of potential threats to U.S. allies and possibly American cities, the Democrats and their media supporters mischaracterized his comments as advocating for Iranian attacks on Los Angeles and San Diego. Devine suggests this misinformation is an…New York Post
  • 8 Oct Trump says ‘we protect our cities’ after saying Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San DiegoPresident Donald Trump defended his previous comments about Iran's potential to attack U.S. cities like Los Angeles and San Diego during a rally in San Antonio on Wednesday. After facing backlash for suggesting that Iran could target these areas if the United States did not stop them from developing nuclear weapons, Trump stated, "We protect our cities" and promised to prevent such attacks. California Governor Gavin…NBC News
  • 8 Oct If you really want to destroy LA, just wait for the next preventable firePresident Trump made a comment during a speech in Nebraska that could be interpreted as suggesting Iran should attack Los Angeles if they want to destroy the city. Democrats like Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass criticized this statement, viewing it as dangerous for LA's safety. The White House clarified that Trump was presenting nuclear attack as an extreme alternative to higher gas prices due to Iran’s potential…New York Post
  • 8 Oct Trump says he won't let Iran strike L.A. or San Diego: 'Not going to let that happen'President Trump addressed concerns about Iran’s potential threat to U.S. cities during a rally in Texas, assuring the crowd that he would protect Los Angeles and San Diego from any attack by Iran. This came after controversial remarks on Monday suggesting these cities could be targeted, which drew criticism from California officials who accused Trump of compromising city safety. The White House had previously…Los Angeles Times
  • 7 Oct How to Beat Trump’s Noise MachineThe article discusses President Donald Trump's inflammatory comments during a speech in Nebraska regarding potential military conflicts with Iran. Critics from both political parties and media outlets condemned Trump’s remarks as dangerous, while cable news channels analyzed their implications extensively, giving Trump significant media coverage despite his declining approval ratings and other pressing issues like…Time
  • 7 Oct ‘Take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego? Trump is beyond irresponsible | Ted WidmerDuring a rally in Nebraska, President Trump made alarming comments suggesting that Iran could launch a nuclear attack on Los Angeles or San Diego, which drew strong criticism from California officials. Governor Gavin Newsom called the president “deranged and dangerous,” while the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego criticized Trump for threatening their cities. Critics argue that Trump’s speech was not only alarmist…The Guardian
  • 7 Oct Dems’ latest Trump attack backfires as frequent critics refuse to play alongDemocrats criticized President Trump for suggesting that Iran should "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a speech in Nebraska, but some frequent media critics are rejecting these claims. Trump was discussing potential consequences if Iran obtained nuclear weapons, not directly advocating for an attack on U.S. cities. This critique has led to pushback from journalists like CNN’s Daniel Dale and Aaron Blake…Fox News
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  • 7 Oct Newsom again calls for Trump’s removal under 25th Amendment, White House hits backCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom again called for invoking the 25th Amendment against President Donald Trump after Trump made controversial statements about Iran potentially targeting Los Angeles and San Diego. Newsom described Trump as "mentally ill" and "deranged and dangerous." The White House responded, saying Trump was emphasizing the threat posed to American cities if Iran had acquired nuclear weapons and that…Fox News
  • 7 Oct Newsom calls Trump ‘mentally ill’ in 25th Amendment plea after ‘take out’ LA crackCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom called President Trump "mentally ill" and urged his removal from office under the 25th Amendment after Trump suggested that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego during a speech. Newsom also accused Trump of being treasonous for putting U.S. cities at risk with such remarks, while criticizing Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for not responding…The Independent
  • 7 Oct Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los AngelesPresident Donald Trump sparked controversy when he suggested at a rally that American cities like Los Angeles and San Diego could be targets for an Iranian attack as part of sacrifices needed to keep the country safe. This statement drew immediate criticism from politicians across party lines, including California Governor Gavin Newsom who called it "madness" and "dangerous." Republican Jim Desmond also distanced…Al Jazeera
  • 6 Oct Fallout after Trump suggests letting Iran "take out" Los Angeles and San DiegoDuring a recent campaign rally, President Trump made controversial remarks suggesting that if attacked by Iran, it would be acceptable for Iran to retaliate by targeting U.S. cities like Los Angeles and San Diego. The comments have sparked discussion about their implications for national security and diplomatic relations. Major Garrett and Nikole Killion analyze the president's statements in a segment focused on…CBS News
  • 6 Oct Lopez: 'Take out' L.A. or San Diego? This buffoon thinks Trump was way out of linePresident Trump made comments during a speech in Nebraska that suggested it wouldn’t be a significant issue if Iran attacked Los Angeles or San Diego, saying “Let ‘em take out Los Angeles. Let ‘em take out San Diego.” This prompted criticism from local officials like San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who called the remarks dangerous and potentially compromising to safety. The White House…Los Angeles Times
  • 6 Oct Trump’s ‘take out’ LA, San Diego remarkAt a recent political rally in Nebraska, President Trump told attendees that Iran might consider attacking large American cities such as Los Angeles or San Diego. The comment implied the possibility of military action against these specific urban areas.Sydney Morning Herald
  • 6 Oct Trump loves to bash California to rally the base. 'Let 'em take out' L.A. is just the latestPresident Trump has recently criticized California during his midterm election rallies, using the state as a foil to rally his base. At a Nebraska rally on Monday, he suggested that Iran could "take out" cities like Los Angeles and San Diego, claiming it would be a small price for safety. This comment drew backlash from California leaders and Republican candidates in competitive races, highlighting the risk of such…Los Angeles Times
  • 6 Oct White House blasts media coverage of Trump’s remark about Iran destroying LA and San DiegoThe White House defended President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Iran possibly destroying American cities, arguing that media coverage misrepresented his comments. During a Nebraska rally, Trump mentioned that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego but emphasized these attacks were hypothetical and prevented by US actions. The White House accused news outlets of taking the statements out of…The Independent
  • 6 Oct Trump says Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing backlashAt a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump told supporters that Iran could potentially attack major US cities like Los Angeles or San Diego, suggesting such an event would be “a very small price to pay” for keeping the country safe. This comment drew criticism from California’s Democratic leaders and some Republicans who found his remarks alarming and irresponsible.South China Morning Post
  • 6 Oct Californians blast Trump remark that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles, San DiegoPresident Trump suggested at a rally in Nebraska that Iran could attack major US cities like Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing criticism from California officials who called his comments dangerous and deranged. Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, denounced Trump for threatening Californian cities while previously justifying military deployment within the state. The White House defended Trump's remarks, asserting they…The Straits Times
  • 6 Oct Trump sparks outrage for suggesting that Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San DiegoPresident Donald Trump sparked controversy during a Republican rally by suggesting that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego as part of the costs of war, which he framed as necessary to protect the United States. Governor Gavin Newsom and mayors Todd Gloria and Karen Bass of San Diego and Los Angeles respectively condemned these remarks, calling them reckless and dangerous. Trump’s supporters later…Washington Examiner
  • 6 Oct Trump’s suggestion to ‘take out’ LA or San Diego draws Republican rebukeRepublican candidate Jim Desmond criticized President Donald Trump after Trump suggested Iran could “take out” cities like Los Angeles or San Diego during a Nebraska rally on Monday night. Desmond, who is running for California's 48th congressional district and is set to face Democratic opponent Marni Von Wilpert in a closely watched contest, stated that the president’s first responsibility is to protect American…The Guardian
  • 6 Oct Newsom blasts ‘deranged and dangerous’ Trump for joking that Iran could ‘take out’ LA and San DiegoCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticized President Trump for joking that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego if it acquired nuclear weapons, calling Trump "deranged and dangerous." This came during a rally where Trump downplayed rising gas prices as a small price to pay for protecting the U.S. from an Iranian threat. Newsom's office emphasized that Trump was effectively encouraging attacks on…New York Post
  • 6 Oct California officials condemn Trump for saying Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San DiegoCalifornia officials strongly condemned President Donald Trump after he suggested during a campaign rally in Nebraska that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego, calling his remarks “deranged” and “irresponsible.” Governor Gavin Newsom and mayors Karen Bass of Los Angeles and Todd Gloria of San Diego criticized the president for threatening American cities rather than protecting them. White House…NBC News
  • 6 Oct ‘Let ’em take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego, Trump says of IranDuring a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump provoked controversy by suggesting that Iran could attack major American cities like Los Angeles and San Diego, with supporters cheering his comments. Following this statement, California Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump “deranged and dangerous” on the social media platform X. The incident highlights Trump’s pattern of disparaging large…Global News
  • 6 Oct California leaders hit back after Trump says Iran can 'take out' LA and San DiegoCalifornia leaders criticized President Trump after he suggested during a rally that Iran could attack Los Angeles or San Diego to address higher gas prices due to tensions with Iran. Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump "deranged and dangerous," while Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles said the president's role is to protect, not threaten, Americans. San Diego’s Mayor Todd Gloria also condemned the remarks on X…BBC
  • 6 Oct Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San DiegoDuring a political rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump suggested that Iran could attack Los Angeles and San Diego. California Governor Gavin Newsom responded by calling Trump’s comments “deranged and dangerous.” The article focuses on the controversy surrounding Trump's remarks and their impact on public discourse regarding national security.ABC News (US)
  • 6 Oct Trump suggests he would let Iran ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San DiegoDuring a rally in Nebraska, former President Donald Trump suggested that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego if necessary to keep America safe, implying high gas prices were a small price for security. This comment elicited strong criticism from California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego, who denounced Trump’s remarks as reckless and dangerous. The…The Guardian
  • 6 Oct Trump jokes about letting Iran bomb Los Angeles and San DiegoDuring a campaign rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump made light of allowing Iran to conduct bombings on Los Angeles and San Diego. This comment has drawn strong criticism from California's democratic leadership and representatives who describe Trump as "deranged and dangerous.".Al Jazeera
  • 6 Oct Trump ponders whether Iran should 'take out Los Angeles' while defending higher gas prices and war with IranDuring a rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump joked about allowing Iran to attack Los Angeles and San Diego if it acquired nuclear weapons, defending this stance by saying higher gas prices are a small price for national security. California politicians, including Mayors Karen Bass of Los Angeles and Todd Gloria of San Diego, criticized Trump's comments as dangerous and threatening to city safety. Governor…Daily Mail
  • 6 Oct Trump suggests letting Iran "take out" L.A., San Diego during rallyDuring a campaign rally in Nebraska, President Trump suggested that Iran should attack Los Angeles and San Diego as a way to keep the country safe, drawing criticism from California officials. Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump's suggestion "deranged and dangerous," while L.A. Mayor Karen Bass emphasized the president’s duty to protect rather than endanger American lives. Both cities are strategically important…CBS News

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