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Protest in Los Angeles against the Iranian government

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Protesters rallied in Los Angeles against Iran's government on Monday, holding Iranian, U.S. and Israeli flags and signs supporting President Donald Trump.

Some wore hats saying 'Make Iran Great Again,' a phrase that Trump used on social media while raising the possibility of regime change in Iran.


Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA

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