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Trump says ‘we protect our cities’ after saying Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump faced backlash for saying Iran could "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego if it had a nuclear weapon, remarks made at a Nebraska rally that sparked criticism from California Democrats.
- Trump later clarified at a San Antonio rally that while he warned of potential missile attacks, the U.S. would not allow such attacks to happen, emphasizing protection of American cities.
- The San Antonio rally, aimed at boosting Texas Republicans including Senate candidate Ken Paxton, was marked by protests and an incident where a protester was grabbed by a Trump supporter.
- Trump announced he would award former MLB pitcher Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom, praising Clemens despite his controversial history with performance-enhancing drug allegations.
- Clemens expressed gratitude for the honor, calling it the highest recognition of his career and stating there was no other president from whom he would prefer to receive it.
