LA and San Diego residents ‘horrified’ by Trump’s comment: ‘obsessed with us’
Donald Trump's suggestion that Iran could attack Los Angeles and San Diego has triggered widespread condemnation from residents and political leaders in both cities. California Governor Gavin Newsom labeled the remarks dangerous and potentially treasonous, while local veterans' groups expressed horror over the implications for their military-heavy community. The comments have intensified existing tensions between the administration and West Coast residents, who view the statements as part of a broader political fixation on the region.
- ▪Governor Gavin Newsom described Trump's comments as dangerous and potentially treasonous for targeting major US cities and naval hubs.
- ▪San Diego's economy relies heavily on the military, with defense spending accounting for 22% of the county's gross regional product.
- ▪Residents in Los Angeles and San Diego reacted with a mix of hostility and disbelief to the president's remarks made at a Nebraska rally.
- ▪The comments are seen by many as evidence of the president's ongoing political focus on opposing West Coast progressivism and diversity.
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Aerial photograph of the Jefferson Park neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. Photograph: halbergman/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenAerial photograph of the Jefferson Park neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. Photograph: halbergman/Getty ImagesLos AngelesLA and San Diego residents ‘horrified’ by Trump’s comment: ‘obsessed with us’As Angelenos bemoan ‘sad situation’, those in San Diego say remark a ‘disservice’ to town with multiple naval basesRoque Planas and Sam Levin in Los AngelesTue 6 Oct 2026 18.49 EDTLast modified on Tue 6 Oct 2026 18.50 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDonald Trump’s extraordinary implication that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego have sparked condemnation across the political spectrum.
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