Trump’s comments about Los Angeles and San Diego being “taken out” by Iran have triggered a wave of backlash, with critics questioning where Congress stands

Trump’s comments about Los Angeles and San Diego being “taken out” by Iran have triggered a wave of backlash, with critics questioning where Congress stands.

During a rally in Nebraska, Trump said an attack on the two California cities would be a “small price to pay” in the context of the war with Iran. The White House has since said he was referring to the threat those cities could face if Iran obtained nuclear weapons—not advocating for an attack on them.

Still, the remarks have prompted condemnation from California officials and at least some Republicans, who argue that no American city should ever be treated as expendable.

The controversy has raised a broader question: Where is Congress, and how should lawmakers respond when a president makes remarks like these