United States presidential candidate Donald Trump is facing backlash after praising a controversial rally at Madison Square Garden where racist and sexist insults were hurled. Despite outrage from various groups, including Puerto Ricans and Republicans, Trump defended the event as a “lovefest” and an “honour” to be involved in.
Critics have compared the rally to a 1939 Nazi event and slammed Trump for not apologizing for the offensive remarks made by speakers. The Lincoln Project, an anti-Trump political action committee, called on voters to end his election hopes, with some Puerto Ricans stating they won’t vote for Trump unless he apologizes.
Trump’s campaign tried to distance itself from a comedian’s Puerto Rico joke, which was part of the rally, but Trump claimed he didn’t know the comedian when asked about it. Puerto Ricans in Pennsylvania, a key swing state, could play a crucial role in the election, with their votes potentially swinging the result.
Meanwhile, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris is preparing her closing argument to voters, with analysts predicting a tight race in key swing states. Harris will speak near the White House and the Washington Monument, highlighting the significance of the election and the need for a new generation of leadership. The event is meant to contrast with Trump’s actions and showcase a vision for a better future for the country.
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