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October 6, 2026

Republican Candidate Criticizes Trump's Remarks on Iran Threatening Los Angeles and San Diego

  • President Trump suggested at a rally that Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego, which drew condemnation from California leaders and a rare rebuke from Republican Jim Desmond.
  • Desmond emphasized that the Commander in Chief's primary responsibility is to protect American lives, stating that no American city should be viewed as collateral damage.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom and others continue to criticize Trump's remarks, asserting that such comments are dangerous and unacceptable.

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