NewzDuring a midterm elections rally in Nebraska on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump drew cheers from the crowd after musing about Iran targeting major American cities during a discussion on the Iran war, stating, "They could take out a city. Let 'em take out Los Angeles. Let 'em take out San Diego."
The remarks quickly circulated via viral footage, prompting swift backlash and criticism from prominent Democrats, including California officials such as Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
In response to the public outcry and accusations from Democrats, the White House pushed back on Tuesday, denying that the president suggested Iran should actually attack or "take out" U.S. cities.
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