White House Defends Trump’s Remarks on Iran Threat
White House responds to criticism of Trump’s comments about Iran’s potential to attack U.S. cities.
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President Donald Trump faced backlash after a controversial remark at a campaign rally in Nebraska, where he suggested that Iran could ‘take out a city’ such as Los Angeles or San Diego. The White House swiftly defended the President, clarifying that the remarks were not an endorsement of such attacks, but rather a statement about the risks of nuclear proliferation.
Trump’s Remarks Spark Outcry
During the rally, Trump told the crowd, ‘We want to see a tremendous victory. You want to see a tremendous victory because it verifies all the things we did.’ He continued, ‘They can take out a city. Let them take — let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego. This is a very small price to pay, and it’s going to be over with very soon.’ The remarks drew immediate criticism from California politicians, who labeled them as ‘deranged and dangerous.’
State Officials Express Concern
California Governor Gavin Newsom accused Trump of endangering the state, stating, ‘After sending the National Guard and Marines to occupy California, Donald Trump is now saying our foreign enemies should ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego.’ He added, ‘He is deranged and dangerous,’ and directed the State Threat Assessment Center to monitor the situation in case foreign actors misinterpret the remarks.
Local Leaders Warn of Safety Risks
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass echoed similar concerns, calling Trump’s remarks ‘dangerous’ and stating, ‘The President of the United States suggested that a foreign government attack Los Angeles. His statements against our city are dangerous and could potentially compromise our safety.’ She emphasized that the role of a president is to protect the country, not to threaten it.
White House Clarifies Remarks
The White House Communications Director, Steven Cheung, stated that the media’s reaction was ‘not rooted in reality.’ He explained that Trump was emphasizing the need to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities, which could threaten U.S. cities. ‘America is safer because of the President. Iran has no nuclear, no navy, no air force, and no money,’ Cheung said.
Trump’s Team Defends Remarks
Trump’s Rapid Response account clarified that the President did not suggest allowing Iran to attack U.S. cities, but rather emphasized the importance of preventing such threats. The account stated, ‘No, he didn’t, you buffoons,’ in response to a Los Angeles Times headline that misinterpreted the remarks.
Source: Breitbart
