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California Officials Criticize Trump’s Iran Rhetoric

Updated 2026-10-06 13:55 UTC 1 source Negative

President Trump faced backlash from California officials after suggesting Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles or San Diego. Governor Gavin Newsom (D) called the rhetoric ‘deranged and dangerous.’ Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) also expressed concerns about a permanent daylight savings time bill.

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The Hill
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says there is “no clear path forward” to pass legislation to make daylight saving time year-round despite the strong support the legislation has from President Trump, who has stepped up pressure on GOP senators to move it. “The president feels strongly on i
2026-10-06 13:11 UTC
The Hill
President Trump is facing fierce backlash from California officials after suggesting Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego during a campaign rally speech Monday night in Nebraska. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) blasted the rhetoric as “deranged and dangerous.” Trump on Tuesday is set to visit Tradep
2026-10-06 13:20 UTC
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