Trump draws backlash after he suggests Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego

California officials condemned President Donald Trump's remarks from a Nebraska rally on Monday, deeming them "dangerous" after the president suggested Iran might "take out" major US cities like Los Angeles or San Diego. During his speech, Trump characterized the possibility of such attacks as a "small price to pay" for maintaining global safety and American security.

California's leaders, including Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, all vehemently criticized the president's statements. They argued that his comments not only threatened the safety of American citizens but also portrayed the cities as expendable. Republican Congressional candidate Jim Desmond also expressed his disagreement with Trump's remarks, emphasizing that no American city should be seen as collateral damage or a "small price to pay."

Trump's comments come amid his frequent criticism of California on various issues, including immigration, state elections, and wildfires. Initially, Trump had claimed the war would last only a few weeks, but it has now been ongoing for seven months.