A California governor has sharply criticized the president for remarks suggesting Iran could target major U.S. cities and a key naval base, warning the state will now "actively monitor" potential threats. The comments follow the president’s assertion that Iran might strike Los Angeles and San Diego, prompting officials to assess security risks. Meanwhile, a new analysis reveals that two-thirds of Republican candidates in tight congressional races are distancing themselves from the president, signaling a strategic shift as his declining popularity threatens the party’s prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. The review highlights how candidates are adjusting their public stance on policy and ties to the president ahead of November’s vote.
California governor critcizes president for ‘putting a target on two of our biggest cities and one of America’s largest naval hubs’California to ‘actively monitor’ possible threats after Trump said Iran could ‘take out’ LA and San DiegoSign up for the Breaking News US emailTwo-thirds of Republican candidates in competitive US House and Senate races have broken with president Donald Trump on policy or played down ties to him, a Reuters review found, revealing a widespread effort to distance themselves from the president as his unpopularity threatens the party’s hold on Congress.The review of voting records, public statements and campaign materials found candidates in 41 of 62 competitive congressional races seeking some distance from Trump ahead of the 3 November midterm elections. Continue reading...
