White House denies Trump suggested Iran should 'take out' US cities
Summary
The White House denied that Donald Trump suggested Iran should attack Los Angeles and San Diego, saying he was referring to the threat of a nuclear Iran. Democrats, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Hakeem Jeffries, condemned the remarks as dangerous and deranged.
Key Points
- Viral footage from a Nebraska rally showed Donald Trump saying the U.S. could pay a “small price” by preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
- Democrats accused Trump of implying that Iran should “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego.
- The White House said Trump was warning about the threat posed by a nuclear Iran, not endorsing attacks on U.S. cities.
- The dispute comes as Trump campaigns ahead of the midterm elections amid voter anger over the Iran war and high prices.
