California officials say no imminent Iran threat found after FBI alert
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California officials found no imminent threat from Iran after an unverified FBI alert caused anxiety.
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California leaders stated on Wednesday that no imminent threat to the state from Iran was found after the FBI issued an alert to local police. The FBI's warning concerned a potential plan to strike the west coast, which was based on "unverified information." This alert, made public in an ABC News report, caused anxiety and confusion in California. Governor Gavin Newsom commented that drone concerns are always "top of mind" and emphasized "preparedness for worst-case scenarios."
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Newsom says no imminent threat to California of possible Iran drone attack; White House rejects reports - ABC7 Los Angeles
Calif. law enforcement responds to 'unsubstantiated' report of Iran drone strike - SFGATE
FBI warns California about Iran's aspirations for drone strike; San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie says there's no imminent threat - ABC7 San Francisco
Newsom says no imminent threat to California depsite warning about possible Iran drone attack
Newsom says no imminent threat to California depsite warning about possible Iran drone attack
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