A Republican congressional candidate in San Diego has sharply rebuked Donald Trump for remarks suggesting Iran might target major U.S. cities, calling his comments a betrayal of America’s urban communities. The candidate argued that his own service record was defined by protecting Americans—not dismissing them—contrasting his stance with the president’s controversial remarks. While Democratic leaders in California have widely condemned Trump’s statements, the response from Republicans has been notably muted. The exchange highlights growing divisions within the party over how to address national security threats and urban policy.
Congressional candidate Jim Desmond says he ‘served to protect Americans, not write off American cities’A Republican candidate in San Diego has criticized Donald Trump after the US president suggested Iran could “take out” the city or Los Angeles.Trump has faced a chorus of condemnation from Democratic leaders in California after his comments at a rally in Nebraska on Monday night. Republicans have largely remained silent. Continue reading...
