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

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At a political rally Monday, President Trump suggested Iran could "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego, saying the Iran war was necessary to "keep the world safe." California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the remarks "dangerous and deranged." Democratic lawmakers and the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego also criticized the comments, with some accusing Trump of inviting an attack on U.S. soil.

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