Trump's Iran remarks on LA, San Diego draw condemnation
California leaders blast President Trump for suggesting Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego as the White House says he was misunderstood.
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What happened
President Trump said at a Monday rally that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego if it develops a nuclear weapon. 134 California leaders condemned the remarks. 124 Gov. Gavin Newsom called Trump "deranged and dangerous." 12 The White House said Trump was misunderstood. 3
Why it matters
The backlash underscores the ambiguity of Trump's speech about the war and protecting Americans. 3
What to watch
Further clarification from the White House on what Trump intended to convey about Iran and potential threats to U.S. cities. 3
Sources · 4
[1]California leaders condemned President Trump's comments at a political rally, where he appeared suggest that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego if it develops a nuclear weapon. Gov. Gavin Newsom called the Trump “deranged and dangerous.” nyti.ms/3TG9Rjw
The New York Times · Bluesky
[2]Trump remarks that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles, San Diego draw backlash
Axios Business
[3]California leaders condemned President Trump on Monday night after he appeared to suggest that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego if it develops a nuclear weapon.
The New York Times · Bluesky
[4]“Desquiciado y peligroso”: Newsom reacciona después de que Trump sugirió que Irán podría “atacar” Los Ángeles o San Diego
La Nación (Argentina)
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