Trump allowed Iran to 'destroy' two US cities
Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Nebraska stated that Iran could destroy Los Angeles and San Diego, calling it a 'small price'. California politicians, including Governor Newsom and the mayors of both cities, harshly criticized his remarks. The publication notes that the comment may have been a joke and questions Iran's ability to carry out such an attack.
US President Donald Trump, at a campaign rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, stated that Iran could destroy Los Angeles and San Diego, calling it a 'small price' for the country's security. The Los Angeles Times, cited in the article, notes that the remark may have been a joke. Trump's speech drew sharp reactions from California politicians. Governor Gavin Newsom called the president 'unhinged and dangerous'. San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria stated that his city is 'not expendable'. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass called Trump's words 'dangerous'. Senator Adam Schiff and gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra also voiced criticism. The article also questions Iran's ability to launch a missile strike on the US, noting that the range of its ballistic missiles is limited to 1,240 miles.