Trump on Iran: 'Let them take out LA, let them take out San Diego'

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During a rally in Nebraska, former President Donald Trump stated Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego, drawing criticism from California officials who called the remarks dangerous. The White House later clarified that Trump intended to convey that American cities would have been threatened by Iran had he not initiated military action earlier this year.

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The White House said Trump was warning of the risk a nuclear Iran with his comments at a Nebraska rally.

Trump on Iran: 'Let them take out LA, let them take out San Diego'

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