Trump Downplays Comedian's Puerto Rico Insult at Rally

Former President Donald Trump faced criticism after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe insulted Puerto Rico at his recent Madison Square Garden rally. Trump later dismissed the controversy, claiming he didn't know the comedian and that it wasn't a big deal. He even suggested that other presidential candidates also feature comedians at their events. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a contrasting message, emphasizing unity and a new generation of leadership at a separate event. Hinchcliffe, who performed at Trump's rally, had described Puerto Rico as a "floating island of garbage. " Trump, however, tried to distance himself from the remarks, telling Fox News host Sean Hannity that he had no idea who Hinchcliffe was. "Somebody said there was a comedian that joked about Puerto Rico or something, and I have no idea who he is. Never saw him. Never heard of him, " Trump said. The former president then shifted the blame to Democrats, implying they were making a big deal out of the situation. "I can’t imagine it’s a big deal, " he stated, before touting his own efforts for Puerto Rico. In stark contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris used her platform to call for unity and a new era of leadership. Addressing a crowd of 75, 000 at the Ellipse in Washington, D. C. , Harris urged Americans to embrace a future where freedom is expanded, highlighting the resilience of a government "of, by, and for the people. "