Jack White and U.S. politicians denounce Trump’s Iran comment on Los Angeles and San Diego
Trump’s remark at a Nebraska rally sparked backlash from the rock star, California officials and members of both parties.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Donald Trump suggested Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a campaign rally in Nebraska, prompting condemnation from musician Jack White and politicians across the aisle.
What happened
At a mid‑term rally in Nebraska on Tuesday, Trump said the United States must be prepared for “sacrifices” and that Iran could "take out" the two California cities. He framed the comment as a "small price to pay" for keeping the world safe. The remark was made as the Iran‑U.S. war entered its eighth month.
What the reports add
Al Jazeera reported that the comment was followed by swift backlash from both Democrats and Republicans, noting that the statement implied the destruction of American cities could be acceptable. The outlet also quoted Trump’s own words, “They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego.”
The Hollywood Reporter detailed Jack White’s Instagram response, in which the musician called Trump “the worst American of all time” and mocked the president’s suggestion as “cult rhetoric.” White’s post also linked to a video of the rally and criticized the alleged “Fuhrer” tone of the remarks.
What was said
Jack White wrote on Instagram, “Hey republicans and conservatives that live in L. A. and San Diego; how do you feel about your Fuhrer recommending that the cities you live in get attacked?” and added, “The Worst American of All Time.” (Hollywood Reporter).
Governor Gavin Newsom, referenced in Felo’s earlier coverage, called the suggestion “deranged and dangerous” on X (Twitter) (Felo context).
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria said the city is “not collateral damage” and condemned the remarks (Felo context).
How it came about
The comment followed weeks of Trump defending the ongoing Iran war, including earlier statements that the United States was prepared to pursue further action. Felo News previously reported on the backlash to Trump’s initial comment on 6 October, highlighting Newsom’s and Gloria’s responses and White’s social‑media outburst. The current coverage adds White’s detailed Instagram post and expands the bipartisan political reaction.
Key facts
- Donald Trump said Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego at a Nebraska rally. (aljazeera.com)
- Jack White posted an Instagram message calling Trump "the worst American of all time" in response to the comment. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Governor Gavin Newsom described the remark as "deranged and dangerous" on X.
- San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria said the city is "not collateral damage" after Trump’s remarks.
