First Thing: ‘deranged’ and ‘dangerous’ Trump calls for Iran to strike US cities amid historic ratings low
Summary
President Donald Trump said Iran could attack cities like Los Angeles and San Diego during a rally in Nebraska. California’s governor called these comments dangerous. A new poll shows Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 32%, especially among independent voters and Latinos.Key Facts
- At a Nebraska rally, President Trump said Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump “deranged and dangerous” for those remarks.
- A Reuters/Ipsos poll found Trump’s approval rating is at a record low of 32%.
- Trump is losing support among independent voters and Latino communities who had backed him in 2024.
- Trump said he will pay for political ads himself instead of using taxpayer money, but gave no details.
- Saudi-led forces in Yemen recaptured key areas from Iran-backed Houthi rebels near the Bab al-Mandab strait.
- Iran’s oil minister resigned after allegations of missing export payments amid high inflation (85%).
- The UK banned trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, upsetting Israel and risking diplomatic tensions.
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