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Trump tells reporter she'll be killed if Iran strikes Air Force One: 'If I go, you go'
By Tara Suter and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump on Wednesday told a reporter aboard Air Force One that she would also be killed if Iran struck the jet, as tensions rise once again between the U.S. and Tehran.
Key takeaway President Donald Trump on Wednesday told a reporter aboard Air Force One that she would also be killed if Iran struck the jet, as tensions rise once again between the U.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans with family members in the military may be particularly concerned about the escalating tensions between the US and Iran, given the city's significant military presence. The comment made by President Trump to the reporter aboard Air Force One is a stark reminder of the risks faced by those in the vicinity of potential targets, including military personnel and the media. As the situation with Iran continues to unfold, El Paso residents may be watching with bated breath, considering the potential implications for local servicemen and women who could be deployed to the region. The city's proximity to Fort Bliss, a major US Army base, means that many El Paso families have a personal stake in the outcome of these geopolitical developments.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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