At a campaign rally held near the Arizona-Nevada border, former President Donald Trump addressed the issue of unauthorized disclosures of government information. While discussing recent leaks concerning U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump referred to the leakers as "sleazebags" and "scum of the earth." He explicitly stated that such individuals "ought to go to jail and be shot."

The Hill reports that the comments were made directly in reference to the specific leaks regarding Iran. The Washington Examiner frames the remarks within the broader context of Trump’s 2026 campaign swing, noting that the event was held to support Representative Andy Biggs and other down-ballot Republican candidates. While both outlets agree on the core quote regarding the suggestion that leakers should be shot, they differ slightly in their focus: The Hill emphasizes the specific context of the Iran leaks, whereas the Washington Examiner focuses on the political setting of the campaign rally and the broader tour of western states.