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White House defends Trump comment to let Iran 'take out' LA and San Diego

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In October 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom labeled remarks by former President Donald Trump as 'deranged,' yet the White House countered that Trump was warning of potential nuclear Iran. This exchange occurred during a period of heightened geopolitical tension, with the White House asserting that Trump's comments were intended to deter Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities rather than to incite violence.

Key points

• California Governor Gavin Newsom described former President Donald Trump's remarks as 'deranged' in October 2026.
• The White House countered that Trump was warning of the risk of a nuclear Iran.

Context

This exchange occurred during a period of heightened geopolitical tension, with the White House asserting that Trump's comments were intended to deter Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities rather than to incite violence.

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