Trump made geopolitical threats regarding Iran and warned about attacks on Los Angeles, while also rallying voters for Ken Paxton.
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Updated Oct 20
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Trump made geopolitical threats regarding Iran and warned about attacks on Los Angeles, while also rallying voters for Ken Paxton.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump warned of Iran attacks on LA; Johnson noted payments need congressional approval.1 source
Trump expands Iran threat to San Diego; Kimmel mocks him; Talarico challenges Paxton.1 source
Trump warned of Iran attacks on LA; Paxton shifted against Cornyn and received Trump's endorsement.1 source
Trump issues a direct dare to Iran regarding an attack on Los Angeles.1 source
Trump connects high gas prices to Iran's nuclear status and discusses LA bombing.1 source
Trump links Iran threats and LA warnings with political rallies for Ken Paxton.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Los Angeles
seat of Los Angeles County, and largest city in California, United States
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Ken Paxton
Attorney General of Texas since 2015
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