Trump’s Comments At A Rally Has Prompted Major Backlash

"They can take out a city. Let 'em take out Los Angeles, let 'em take out San Diego. This is a very small price to pay," Trump said.

President Trump’s recent comments at a rally Monday has sparked outrage.

During a campaign rally in Nebraska, the president suggested that the potential destruction of two cities would be “a small price to pay” amid tensions tied to the war with Iran. He discussed higher gas prices resulting from the conflict and argued that Americans should accept the economic impact.

“They can take out a city. Let ’em take out Los Angeles, let ’em take out San Diego. This is a very small price to pay,” Trump said. He added that the war was nearly over and describing the costs as “a small price to pay for keeping the world safe.”

The remarks rapidly sparked sharp condemnation from California officials who accused Trump of treating millions of Californians as expendable. Gov. Gavin Newsom said Trump is “deranged and dangerous.” The controversy adds tensions between the president and California’s Democratic leadership.