Former President Donald Trump was campaigning in Allentown, Pennsylvania, after a controversial incident at his rally in Madison Square Garden where comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made insulting jokes about Puerto Ricans. Trump did not address the remarks during his speech but highlighted his commitment to Puerto Rico and the Latino community. Trump was praised by Puerto Rico’s Republican shadow senator at the event. Various speakers celebrated Puerto Rico’s heritage and expressed support for the island. The incident sparked outrage, particularly among the large Puerto Rican population in Allentown and Pennsylvania, with many vowing to turn their anger into votes against Trump. The Trump campaign organized a rally in Allentown to show solidarity with Puerto Rico but did not personally denounce the insults. Trump has a history of controversial remarks without significant political repercussions, but Democrats believe this incident may have a lasting impact due to the involvement of an invited speaker at the campaign event. Protesters gathered outside the arena in Allentown to express their anger over the comments, citing the lasting impact of Hurricane Maria and Trump’s response to the disaster. Overall, the incident has created backlash and mobilized some voters who may have been apathetic towards the election.
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