Newsom calls for 25th Amendment after Trump’s remarks on California
Summary
President Trump made comments at a rally suggesting he would allow Iran to attack the Californian cities of Los Angeles and San Diego. California Governor Gavin Newsom responded by calling for action under the 25th Amendment, which deals with presidential disability.Key Facts
- President Trump said at a rally that he would allow Iran to “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego.
- These remarks caused strong reactions among California Democrats and some Republican candidates for the House of Representatives.
- Governor Gavin Newsom called President Trump “mentally ill” in response to the comments.
- Newsom urged for the use of the 25th Amendment, a constitutional rule that can remove a president if they are unfit to lead.
- The 25th Amendment has rarely been used and deals with presidential incapacity or disability.
- The comments came during the midterm election campaign period.
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