Donald Trump has described his rally held at Madison Square Garden in New York City as an "absolute lovefest," dismissing growing bipartisan outrage regarding an off-color joke told by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico. Despite calls from some Puerto Rican leaders for an apology, Trump insisted he was proud to be part of the event.
With just one week left before the November 5 election, polls indicate a close race between Trump and his Democratic opponent, Vice-President Kamala Harris, especially in Pennsylvania where Latino votes could be critical.
The joke made during the rally sparked backlash within the Puerto Rican community, prompting Trump to distance himself from Hinchcliffe, claiming he didn’t know the comedian. He reiterated the positive atmosphere at the rally, stating the love shared in the venue was “breathtaking.”
As the election approaches, both candidates are striving to connect with Latino voters. Trump, while defending his administration’s support for Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, also criticized Harris for her border and economic policies, asserting he would remedy the issues "very fast."
While navigating controversy, Trump and Harris continue to vie for the hearts of voters in the final stretch of the campaign.
