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Trump sparks outrage for saying Iran could take out U.S. cities – NBC Bay Area
What happened
President Donald Trump made comments at a rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, suggesting that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego as a "small price to pay" for keeping the world safe. State and local officials in California, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, condemned the remarks as "deranged" and "dangerous." The White House claimed the president's comments were misrepresented, stating that he was protecting US cities by preventing Iran from getting a nu
Why it matters
The comments have significant implications for public safety and the role of the President in protecting the country. The remarks sparked a heated debate about the President's language and its potential impact on national security. California officials expressed concerns that the comments could compromise the safety of their cities.
Key facts
- President Trump made the comments at a rally in Grand Island, Nebraska
- Governor Gavin Newsom called the president's remarks "deranged and dangerous"
- The White House claimed the president was protecting US cities by preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon
- At least one Republican politician, Jim Desmond, also condemned the president's comments
- San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria rejected any suggestion that the city's residents are expendable.
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