‘Deranged and dangerous’, ‘He gave terrorists targets’: Trump’s Iran ‘take out LA, San Diego’ remark sparks outrage

President Donald Trump's remarks suggesting Iran could "take out" major California cities like Los Angeles and San Diego have sparked widespread outrage. The comments, made at a rally in Nebraska, drew criticism from Democratic leaders and some Republican candidates.

Trump argued that the economic costs of the Iran conflict, including higher prices for fuel and other products, were a "small price to pay for keeping the world safe." He stated that Iran could target American cities, but emphasized that the conflict's outcome would be decisive.

California Governor Gavin Newsom was among the first prominent Democrats to condemn Trump's remarks, calling him "deranged and dangerous." Newsom also shared a video of Trump's Nebraska comments, highlighting his previous rhetoric about federal troops in Los Angeles in response to crime and immigration enforcement.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria also criticized Trump's words, stating that they were dangerous and could compromise the safety of their respective cities. Both mayors emphasized that no American city should be considered expendable.

The President's remarks drew backlash on social media, with some users accusing him of recklessly suggesting targets for terrorists. Others argued that his comments were a warning about the potential consequences of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons. Some focused on the hypothetical scenario of Iran using a nuclear weapon against American cities, suggesting that Trump's remarks might reflect a desire to protect the country from such a threat.

The controversy has reignited debates over political division and the responsibilities of a sitting U.S. president. While some defended Trump's comments as a necessary warning, others expressed concern over the potential impact on American lives and the perceived lack of defense for every part of the country.