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— President Trump faces backlash for suggesting Los Angeles or San Diego could be sacrificed in the context of the Iran war.
— California officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom and mayors Karen Bass and Todd Gloria, condemn Trump’s remarks as dangerous and irresponsible.
— Massive
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