Trump and California: Can't Live With It, Can't Live Without It | Opinion
Summary
President Donald Trump made a controversial comment suggesting that Los Angeles and San Diego could be attacked by Iran, which drew criticism and concern. Many Republicans use California as a symbol to criticize Democratic policies and the state's problems like crime, homelessness, and high taxes.Key Facts
- President Trump said at a Nebraska rally that losing Los Angeles and San Diego to an Iranian attack was a "very small price to pay."
- California consistently votes Democratic and has 54 Electoral College votes.
- Governor Gavin Newsom called Trump's remarks "deranged" and "dangerous" and is seen as a possible Democratic presidential candidate in 2028.
- Republicans criticize California for issues such as homelessness, high housing costs, crime, and progressive policies.
- There is a Republican slogan, “Don’t California my Texas,” warning that Texas could adopt California’s political style.
- California voters passed Proposition 36 in 2024 to increase penalties for some repeat crimes, changing previous criminal justice reforms.
- The state had about 182,000 homeless people in 2025, nearly a quarter of the nation’s total homeless population.
- Nearly 10 million people moved out of California between 2010 and 2024, often citing housing problems as a main reason.
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