Californians Criticize Trump’s Remarks on Iran Threatening LA, San Diego
Californians have criticized former President Trump's statement suggesting Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.

Los Angeles, CA, October 7, 2026 —
Statements made by former President Donald Trump suggesting Iran could target major American cities have drawn criticism from residents and officials in California.
The former president reportedly stated that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. This assertion has prompted negative reactions from Californians who view the remarks as inappropriate and potentially inflammatory.
Details regarding the specific individuals, groups, or organizations that have voiced criticism were not provided in the summary. Similarly, the exact context or date of former President Trump’s statement were not specified.
The nature of the criticism centers on the perceived insensitivity and potential for escalating geopolitical tensions. While the summary indicates general criticism from Californians, further specifics about the extent of this sentiment or the precise arguments made by critics are not available.
The cities named in the statement, Los Angeles and San Diego, are major metropolitan areas on the West Coast of the United States. The suggestion that they could be targeted by a foreign entity has raised concerns among the populace.
The contractor’s name, specific security assessments, or any official responses from current government bodies regarding these remarks were not included in the provided summary. The contractor’s name was not provided.
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