Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 06:54 · Archive

Donald Trump suggested Iran could target Los Angeles or San Diego, according to reports of remarks at a Nebraska rally.

Donald Trump made comments about Iran at a rally in Nebraska on Monday, suggesting the country could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego. The US President claimed the US is 'kicking Iran's ass' while making the remarks, which occurred during discussion of higher gas prices and conflict with Iran.

California Democrats criticised Trump over the comments. The remarks drew attention for their unusual nature given the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran.

How it is being reported

• Trump jokes about letting Iran bomb Los Angeles and San DiegoAl Jazeera · 6 Oct, 08:12
• Trump ponders whether Iran should 'take out Los Angeles' while defending higher gas prices and war with IranDaily Mail · 6 Oct, 06:40
• Donald Trump goads Iran to 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego in bizarre war rantThe Mirror · 6 Oct, 02:00

In this story: Donald Trump · Iran · Los Angeles · San Diego · Nebraska · California

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