Trump remarks on Iran potentially targeting California cities draw response
Most outlets led with the claim that President Donald Trump suggested Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego, and noted the subsequent rebuke from California’s Democratic leaders. The Nation added context about the White House denying the suggestion and pushing back against Democratic accusations, while Aaj News (English) briefly mentioned the reactions but did not include the White House’s denial.
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5 articles · 4 outlets
Wed
Trump remarks on Iran potentially targeting California cities draw response
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Trump remarks on Iran potentially targeting California cities draw response
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Trump says Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles, San Diego
President Donald Trump suggested to a crowd of his supporters in Nebraska that Iran could “take out” a major US city like Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing a swift rebuke from California’s Democratic leaders and some fellow Republicans. Trump, speaking at a political rally in the state’s farm belt on Monday, discussed American wartime economic sacrifices and said he was determined to “see a t...
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White House denies Trump suggested Iran should ‘take out’ California’s largest cities
Washington - The White House pushes back after Democrats accuse US President Donald Trump of suggesting Iran should “take out” the major American cities of Los Angeles and San Diego.
Tue
Trump comments on Iran possibly targeting US cities, faces backlash
2 outlets
Trump comments on Iran possibly targeting US cities, faces backlash
Most outlets led with Trump's remarks suggesting Iran could "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego, quoting his exact words. The Express Tribune also noted the White House's denial and the backlash from California Democrats and GOP allies. Hum News English similarly highlighted the California officials' rebuke, framing the comment as drawing a "swift rebuke" and specifying it was made to a crowd of supporters in Nebraska.
Summary generated by HarZaviya from the headlines and excerpts of the 2 outlets below. Each outlet's own headline is listed under it.
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California officials blast Trump’s comment to let Iran ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego
LOS ANGELES: President Donald Trump suggested to a crowd of his supporters in Nebraska that Iran could "take out" a major US city like Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing a swift rebuke from California's Democratic leaders and some fellow Republicans. Trump, speaking at a political rally in the state's farm belt on Monday, discussed American wartime economic sacrifices and he said he was determin...
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White House denies Trump suggested Iran should 'take out' US cities
Trump says Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing rebukes from California Democrats and GOP allies
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