[Core Summary] According to The Guardian, President Trump stated at a campaign rally he would allow Iran to strike Los Angeles or San Diego. The remarks have drawn strong opposition from California local politicians and media, viewed as extreme rhetoric under re-election strategy. The New York Times and The Guardian both reported on the remarks.
[Event Details]
- Content of Remarks: Trump stated at the rally that “if Iran strikes these places, let them strike,” implying willingness to allow Iran to attack US cities to prove the failure of his Iran policy.
- California Reaction: California local politicians and media expressed strong opposition to these remarks, viewing them as disregard for the safety of California residents.
- Background: The remarks came as Trump’s approval ratings fell to historic lows, viewed as “extreme” rhetoric under his re-election strategy.
- Iran Side: Iran has not yet made a formal response to these remarks.
Editor: GoodInfo Global News Team