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Backlash Continues Over Offensive Remarks at Trump Rally

Sen. JD Vance insists comedian's racist joke won't deter voters as backlash from diverse political figures mounts against Trump's rally.

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Updated: Oct 29th, 2024, 3:13 AM ET

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Senator JD Vance downplays the impact of comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's racist comments about Puerto Rico during a Trump rally, stating voters won’t be swayed by it. Hinchcliffe’s remarks have drawn criticism from both parties, with calls for Trump to personally apologize. Archbishop Roberto González Nieves condemned the comments, highlighting the dignity of Puerto Ricans, while prominent politicians labeled the jokes as harmful to the Latino community. The controversy unfolds as Trump faces a tight election against Vice President Kamala Harris, complicating his campaign's outreach to Latino voters.

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