Outrage continues to build after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made racist anti-Puerto Rican remarks at Donald Trump’s rally in Madison Square Garden. Democrats, celebrities, and even some Republicans have condemned the comments as offensive and derogatory. Kamala Harris and Joe Biden both criticized the rally, with Harris calling it nonsense and Biden labeling it embarrassing. Puerto Rican representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called out Hinchcliffe’s comments on social media, stating that they were not funny. Other prominent Puerto Rican Republicans including Angel Cintron and Maria Elvira Salazar also denounced the remarks. Rick Scott and Peter Navarro, both Republican officials, criticized the comedian as well. Trump’s campaign spokespersons have tried to contain the backlash by stating that Hinchcliffe’s joke does not reflect Trump or the campaign’s views. Puerto Rican music stars Bad Bunny and Ricky Martin have endorsed Kamala Harris following the incident, urging their followers to vote for her. Political action committees, such as Nuestro Pac, have used the moment to raise funds and gain support for the Harris campaign. The incident has sparked a conversation about racism, respect for Puerto Ricans, and the importance of standing up against offensive remarks.
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