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 Diego Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. Donald Trump was accused of “dangerous, if not treasonous” behaviour after his comments suggesting he could “let [Iran] take out” Los Angeles or San Diego. They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them ta…

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      This isn’t just a Trump low, all of his actions sit squarely on the shoulders of every single Republican.

      Every time Republicans refuse to do anything, they’re endorsing his behavior.

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        Can you imagine the shock Trump would get if he suddenly woke up in a sane and rational world and the police immediately arrest him

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        They’re okay with it. He’s just saying what they’ve been afraid to say out loud.

        They can prove otherwise, as you said. But they won’t.

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        all of his actions sit squarely on the shoulders of every single Republican.

        Imagine being a republican trying to get elected in California after this …

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      I’m fairly certain the “I could shoot someone on 5th Ave” comment was foreshadowing at this point.

      And towards the end, I foresee a blatant and publicly announced wholesale of the US to the highest bidder.