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Trump, Vance Threaten Iran at White House God Dedication

5/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran that the nation could be wiped out during a White House ceremony that rededicated the nation to God and featured Vice President JD Vance as a speaker.
Officials declined comment as the ceremony invoked a 1776 George Washington order calling for fasting, humiliation and prayer.
The article notes this is not the first time President Donald Trump has interrupted a Sunday to threaten death.

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U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran that the nation could be wiped out during a White House ceremony that rededicated the nation to God and featured Vice President JD Vance as a speaker.
Officials declined comment as the ceremony invoked a 1776 George Washington order calling for fasting, humiliation and prayer.
The article notes this is not the first time President Donald Trump has interrupted a Sunday to threaten death.