"Not the smartest thing to do": Trump MSG rally fallout "spreading like wildfire" in Pennsylvania
1 month, 3 weeks ago

"Not the smartest thing to do": Trump MSG rally fallout "spreading like wildfire" in Pennsylvania

Salon  

A range of hateful, racist remarks were spewed throughout former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, but none has gotten more attention than comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's jab about Puerto Rico. “It’s not the smartest thing to do, to insult people — a large group of voters here in a swing state — and then go to their home asking for votes,” a local Democratic party member, Norberto Dominguez told Politico, adding that “it’s spreading like wildfire through the community." We need your help to stay independent Subscribe today to support Salon's progressive journalism “I call upon you, Mr. Trump, to disavow these comments as reflecting in any way your personal or political,” he wrote, adding that an apology from Trump’s campaign was not sufficient in excusing the remarks. Shortly after the MSG rally, the Harris’ campaign released an ad telling Puerto Ricans that they “deserve better,” that will air in swing states across the country.

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Shell-Shocked Democrats Stumbling For Answers After Loss To Donald Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shell-Shocked Democrats Stumbling For Answers After Loss To Donald Trump

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Democrats are in disarray days after former President Donald Trump soundly defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, a romp that could result in Republicans controlling not just the White House but also both chambers of Congress. People blame Biden but there’s a lot of blame to be shared.” Vice President Kamala Harris acknowledges …

JOSH HAMMER: The early omen that Trump was headed for a landslide that you may have missed
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JOSH HAMMER: The early omen that Trump was headed for a landslide that you may have missed

Daily Mail  

At 5:00 PM EST Tuesday the Exit Polls started to trickle in. Across the state, Trump was dramatically overperforming his 2020 results in the Sunshine State, winning with a margin closer to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's massive 2022 statewide romp. Trump considerably outperformed his RealClearPolitics average of polling in Florida, which had him winning by eight percentage points Before a …

Why American voters heard Trump more than Harris
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Why American voters heard Trump more than Harris

Firstpost  

The Democratic Party underestimated Donald Trump’s ability to expand his base and misjudged the priorities of the American electorate In a stunning turn of events, the highly anticipated election results defied expectations as voters delivered a decisive blow to Vice President Kamala Harris. While Harris maintained a slim advantage among Latino voters, winning 53% compared to Trump’s 45%, Trump’s support …

CNN reporter can't believe first time Puerto Rican voter is voting for Trump: 'Really?'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

CNN reporter can't believe first time Puerto Rican voter is voting for Trump: 'Really?'

Daily Mail  

A young Puerto Rican woman said that while Tony Hinchcliffe's jokes at Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally bothered her, she's still voting for the former president. A young Puerto Rican woman said that while Tony Hinchcliffe's jokes at Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally bothered her, she's still voting for the former president Journalists attempted to challenge her on …

Huge surge in Latino voters for Trump, exit poll reveals
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Huge surge in Latino voters for Trump, exit poll reveals

The Telegraph  

Harris squeaks ahead in overall vote share The exit poll suggests that Ms Harris has the support of 50 per cent of voters overall, compared with Trump’s 48 per cent. Trump boost among middle-aged voters Trump has seen an increase in support among middle-aged voters overall, with a boost of between two and three points among voters aged 40-64, the …

Historic Campaigns Collide as Harris and Trump Lock in Final Showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Historic Campaigns Collide as Harris and Trump Lock in Final Showdown

Deccan Chronicle  

In the final hours before Election Day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump deliver their final pitches in Philadelphia, highlighting the importance of voter turnout in the close race. Both candidates emphasize the need for mobilization on Election Day, with Harris urging everyone to vote in Pennsylvania and Trump urging his supporters to show up and win.

Harris campaign spends final hours reminding Pennsylvania of a Trump ally's joke about Puerto Rico
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harris campaign spends final hours reminding Pennsylvania of a Trump ally's joke about Puerto Rico

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While Trump's campaign had quickly …

'We're extremely offended': PA exit poll of key constituency spells bad news for Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'We're extremely offended': PA exit poll of key constituency spells bad news for Trump

Raw Story  

Former President Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally insulting Puerto Rico as a "floating island of garbage" may well prove to be a fatal blow to his campaign, as Puerto Rican voters in one of the most important battleground states are now fired up to turn out against him. According to Sabrina Rodriguez of The Washington Post, during a rally …

Indian-American, Muslim Democrats Shift Support to Trump in Michigan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Indian-American, Muslim Democrats Shift Support to Trump in Michigan

Hindustan Times  

A section of Indian-Americans, Muslims, and African-Americans in Michigan have shifted their support towards Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in the upcoming US election. This shift is likely to significantly impact the results of the election, as Michigan stands as one of the seven battleground states in the 2024 elections. The state boasts a diverse demographic with a significant Muslim …

"Nobody has been better to Puerto Rico": Trump lashes out at Dems for making "big deal" of MSG joke
1 month, 3 weeks ago

"Nobody has been better to Puerto Rico": Trump lashes out at Dems for making "big deal" of MSG joke

Salon  

Donald Trump is still trying to answer for a racist joke made by a speaker at his Madison Square Garden rally last weekend, this time blaming Democrats for making it “a big deal.” Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage” during a set to kick-off Trump's New York rally. “They made this – one little comedian …

Harris and Trump head West to woo voters. And, U.S. economy sees solid growth
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harris and Trump head West to woo voters. And, U.S. economy sees solid growth

NPR  

Harris and Trump head West to woo voters. Today's top stories Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump headed West yesterday to deliver their closing arguments of the campaign to voters in the critical swing states of Arizona and Nevada. toggle caption AP/AP 🎧 Almost every day this week, Harris has jumped onto things Trump has said to emphasize …

Both major presidential candidates held rallies in Arizona and Nevada
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Both major presidential candidates held rallies in Arizona and Nevada

NPR  

Both major presidential candidates held rallies in Arizona and Nevada We catch up on the last-minute Arizona and Nevada stops by Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump. With just days until Election Day, Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump are working to motivate voters to get to the ballot box, and they're doing it in very …

"Puerto Rico deserves respect”: Puerto Rican celebrities eviscerate racist comments at Trump rally
1 month, 3 weeks ago

"Puerto Rico deserves respect”: Puerto Rican celebrities eviscerate racist comments at Trump rally

Salon  

Puerto Rican celebrities are responding to Donald Trump and Tony Hinchcliffe after a rally at Madison Square Garden last weekend became a breeding ground for xenophobic and racist rhetoric against the territory. Home to 3.2 million Americans, Puerto Rico was the target of inflammatory remarks by comedian and podcaster Tony Hinchcliffe, who spoke at a rally ahead of former President …

Tony Hinchcliffe Trump rally joke: A Puerto Rican swing-state voter reacts to the controversy.
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Tony Hinchcliffe Trump rally joke: A Puerto Rican swing-state voter reacts to the controversy.

Slate  

When Camille Rivera saw the clip of Tony Hinchcliffe calling Puerto Rico “a floating island of garbage” at Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally over the weekend, she wasn’t exactly surprised. He called the entire island trash, and I’ve heard from communities that are upset; I think things like this joke make Puerto Ricans feel pushed out. However, it does …

Trump Says His New York Rally Marked By Crude And Racist Insults Was 'An Absolute Lovefest'
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Trump Says His New York Rally Marked By Crude And Racist Insults Was 'An Absolute Lovefest'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Urged by some allies to apologize for racist comments made by speakers at his weekend rally, Donald Trump took the opposite approach on Tuesday, saying it was an “honor to be involved” in such an event and calling the scene a “lovefest” — the same term he has used to describe the Jan. 6 …

Trump tries to brush off racist joke about Puerto Rico with series of far-fetched boasts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump tries to brush off racist joke about Puerto Rico with series of far-fetched boasts

The Independent  

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Trump's Lovefest Speech: A Battleground of Rhetoric and Reality
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump's Lovefest Speech: A Battleground of Rhetoric and Reality

New Indian Express  

The 2024 US presidential election is nearing its conclusion, with two closing arguments highlighting the stark choice between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Trump focuses on energizing his partisan base and reaching out to infrequent voters, while Biden emphasizes unity and a commitment to working-class priorities. Trump frames his comments in a positive light, highlighting the love and support he …

Harris's Closing Argument: A Call for Unity and Hope
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Harris's Closing Argument: A Call for Unity and Hope

Al Jazeera  

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris delivered a closing argument speech at the Ellipse in Washington, DC, on Tuesday. The speech focused on the importance of unity and the stakes of the election, reminding the crowd that she is the only candidate who can truly represent all Americans. Despite the tight race, Harris's speech aimed to motivate her supporters and inspire …

‘Confident’ Harris campaign says all swing states ‘in play’ in ‘extremely close’ race
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Confident’ Harris campaign says all swing states ‘in play’ in ‘extremely close’ race

Raw Story  

In a rare move seven days before Election Day, the chair of the Harris campaign has released a video in an apparent effort to tamp down nervousness in the Democratic base. Jen O'Malley Dillon told supporters, "we're on track to win a very close election," "we feel really good with what we're seeing," but "we still have a lot of …

Harris Campaigns Against Trump Ally's Racist Comments on Puerto Ricans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harris Campaigns Against Trump Ally's Racist Comments on Puerto Ricans

India Today  

Kamala Harris' campaign has released an ad targeting a Trump ally's racist comments aimed at Puerto Ricans. The ad, which will run on multiple platforms in battleground states, includes a video of comedian Tony Hinchcliffe making the comments. The campaign argues that Trump's rhetoric is unacceptable and that Latinos deserve better than racist remarks.

Harris rally latest: ‘I’m not perfect’, but Trump is a ‘petty tyrant’, says Kamala Harris in closing election pitch at the Ellipse in Washington DC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harris rally latest: ‘I’m not perfect’, but Trump is a ‘petty tyrant’, says Kamala Harris in closing election pitch at the Ellipse in Washington DC

The Telegraph  

Kamala Harris admitted she is not perfect but labelled Donald Trump “a petty tyrant” at a rally delivered at the spot where he “sent an armed mob” to storm the Capitol. The site of the speech in Washington DC was chosen deliberately to contrast Ms Harris’s assurance she wished to unite the country with Trump’s politics of “division, chaos and …

Harris Moves To Capitalize On Puerto Rican Outrage Over Racist Joke At Trump Rally
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Harris Moves To Capitalize On Puerto Rican Outrage Over Racist Joke At Trump Rally

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign moved to capitalize on outrage following a comedian’s racist attempt at a joke targeted at Puerto Ricans at a rally for former President Donald Trump on Sunday, releasing an ad targeted at the community, who have a substantial presence in swing-state Pennsylvania. The 30-second TV ad, which will air in key swing …

'Huge mess-up': GOP descends into 'finger-pointing' amid panic over Puerto Rico racism
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Huge mess-up': GOP descends into 'finger-pointing' amid panic over Puerto Rico racism

Raw Story  

Former President Donald Trump's rally in Madison Square Garden kicked off a firestorm of controversy after a right-wing comic introducing him called Puerto Rico "a floating island of garbage," with even hardcore MAGA Republicans immediately denouncing the joke as racist and inappropriate. But behind the scenes, the turmoil is even worse, CNN's Kristen Holmes told Jake Tapper — even as …

'So, so stupid': Strategist thinks Trump's MSG rally was a critical blunder
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'So, so stupid': Strategist thinks Trump's MSG rally was a critical blunder

Raw Story  

Democratic strategist Maria Cardona on Monday said that former President Donald Trump may have made a critical error when he held a rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday that was marked by racist and misogynistic rhetoric. During an appearance on CNN, Cardona said that the Trump rally was "jaw-dropping" and that ridicule of Puerto Rico as an island of …

Underlying rally message sent clear signal to Trump fans: Ex-GOP strategist
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Underlying rally message sent clear signal to Trump fans: Ex-GOP strategist

Raw Story  

Former Republican strategist Mike Madrid came away shaken after watching former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday. Rather, he said, it was "a call to violence" to the former president's supporters. "It could have the greatest impact in Pennsylvania -- the one swing state that has a large Puerto Rican community," he speculated. …

Trump's Rally: Crude Insults and Controversies as Democrats Target Kamala Harris
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump's Rally: Crude Insults and Controversies as Democrats Target Kamala Harris

The Hindu  

During a New York rally, Donald Trump targeted Kamala Harris with crude insults, drawing criticism for the crude and insensitive language. The rally also featured barbs against Puerto Rican voters and birthrates, further dividing the crowd. While some speakers received cheers, others faced backlash for their remarks.

Vice President Harris Warns of Trump's 'Hateful' Rally in NYC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vice President Harris Warns of Trump's 'Hateful' Rally in NYC

CNN  

Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the tone of former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden the night before, arguing that it underscored her campaign's argument against him. She also announced her plan to focus on the needs of Puerto Rico, a target for her campaign's economic initiatives.

Even Trump backers are running away from Tony Hinchcliffe’s racist jokes. Will they help Harris?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Even Trump backers are running away from Tony Hinchcliffe’s racist jokes. Will they help Harris?

LA Times  

Tony Hinchcliffe arrives to speak before Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump during a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday in New York. Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made few people laugh during a racist speech at Madison Square Garden where he called Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage” and leaned on other racist tropes during the Trump campaign rally. …

Vice President Harris Warns of Trump's 'Hateful' Rally in NYC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vice President Harris Warns of Trump's 'Hateful' Rally in NYC

CNN  

Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the tone of former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden the night before, arguing that it underscored her campaign's argument against him. She also announced her plan to focus on the needs of Puerto Rico, a target for her campaign, and expressed her support for Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny.

‘For Puerto Ricans, this is our October surprise’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘For Puerto Ricans, this is our October surprise’

Politico  

‘For Puerto Ricans, this is our October surprise’ Welcome to POLITICO’s West Wing Playbook, your guide to the people and power centers in the Biden administration and Harris campaign. The stream of racist invective from Trump’s MAGA rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday broke through, especially with voters from Puerto Rico, which one warm-up speaker described as “a floating …

MSNBC political analyst raises red flag over major Harris campaign misstep
1 month, 4 weeks ago

MSNBC political analyst raises red flag over major Harris campaign misstep

Raw Story  

During her appearance on Friday's episode of "Morning Joe," a frantic Elise Jordan explained that Donald Trump's presidential campaign has hit upon an effective message that has played out for weeks with little to no push-back from Vice President Kamala Harris' team. As the political analyst detailed, an ad pinning blame on a Trump administration policy has been highly effective …

Harris and Trump Differ on Latino Economic Policies
2 months ago

Harris and Trump Differ on Latino Economic Policies

India Today  

Both Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump are focusing on Latino voters in the upcoming election, but their approaches are quite different. Harris plans to highlight opportunities for Latino men, including doubling the number of registered apprenticeships and providing forgivable loans worth up to $20,000 each to 1 million small businesses. Trump, on the other …

Harris and Trump Highlight Economic Policies in Outreach to Latino Voters
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2 months ago

Harris and Trump Highlight Economic Policies in Outreach to Latino Voters

Associated Press  

Both Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump are focusing on economic policies to win over Latino voters in the 2024 election. Harris plans to highlight opportunities for Latino men, including doubling the number of registered apprenticeships and providing forgivable loans worth up to $20,000 each to 1 million small businesses. Trump, on the other hand, …

Pennsylvania's Hispanic Population: A Battleground for Democratic and Republican Domination
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2 months ago

Pennsylvania's Hispanic Population: A Battleground for Democratic and Republican Domination

Firstpost  

Pennsylvania's Latino eligible voter population has more than doubled since 2000 from 208,000 to 579,000, according to the Latino Data Hub from the University of California, Los Angeles' Latino Policy & Politics Institute. The population in cities like Allentown and Reading is now more than half Hispanic, with a majority being of Puerto Rican descent and a sizable portion of …

Harris and Trump say America tanks if they lose. So why the exuberance at their rallies?
2 months, 1 week ago

Harris and Trump say America tanks if they lose. So why the exuberance at their rallies?

The Independent  

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‘Nothing persuades anyone anymore’: Trump and Harris insiders get candid
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Nothing persuades anyone anymore’: Trump and Harris insiders get candid

The Independent  

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How Harris is trying to rattle Trump with a scathing new ad ahead of debate night
3 months, 2 weeks ago

How Harris is trying to rattle Trump with a scathing new ad ahead of debate night

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kamala Harris is trying to rattle Donald Trump by releasing …

Voters have made up their minds about Trump. Some are still uncertain about Harris
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Voters have made up their minds about Trump. Some are still uncertain about Harris

LA Times  

“Who’s going to win?” Anyone who writes about politics hears that question constantly. Two leading models that attempt to forecast the election disagree, with the Economist giving Harris the slightest of edges, while Nate Silver’s Silver Bulletin leans ever so slightly toward Trump. The YouGov poll found, for example, that almost the same share of voters see both candidates as …

Trump has yet another meltdown over crowd sizes as he falsely claims Harris’s rally was fake and AI-generated
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump has yet another meltdown over crowd sizes as he falsely claims Harris’s rally was fake and AI-generated

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy In the weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris stepped up …

Latinos are excited about Harris, but she has work to do to win the crucial voting bloc, experts say
4 months, 1 week ago

Latinos are excited about Harris, but she has work to do to win the crucial voting bloc, experts say

Associated Press  

Latino voters and leaders say they are enthusiastic about Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, but for her to win their crucial support, they want to know where she stands on issues like the economy, immigration and education. “She will have to work aggressively to appeal to voters, especially young Latino voters who are even more nonpartisan, more willing …

Trump privately fuming about Harris rally crowds and massive fundraising haul: report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump privately fuming about Harris rally crowds and massive fundraising haul: report

Raw Story  

In a deep dive into Donald Trump's reeling 2024 presidential campaign since Vice President Kamala Harris ascended to the top of the ticket after President Joe Biden stepped aside, the Washington Post is reporting the former president is lashing out in all directions at the hand fate has dealt him. As the Post notes, Trump insiders claim the former president …

New poll shows Kamala Harris gaining on Trump among Hispanic voters
4 months, 3 weeks ago

New poll shows Kamala Harris gaining on Trump among Hispanic voters

The Independent  

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Trump’s campaign quickly pivots to Harris after Biden announces decision to leave the race
5 months ago

Trump’s campaign quickly pivots to Harris after Biden announces decision to leave the race

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Donald Trump’s campaign has spent the last year-and-a-half viciously attacking Joe Biden, ridiculing his policies, mocking his fumbles and relishing a rematch they felt they were winning. In a statement Sunday responding to the news, Trump campaign senior adviser Chris LaCivita and fellow campaign chief Susie Wiles railed against Harris, insisting she “will be even WORSE for …

Trump holds campaign rally in the Bronx as he seeks to make inroads with Hispanic and Black voters
7 months ago

Trump holds campaign rally in the Bronx as he seeks to make inroads with Hispanic and Black voters

CNN  

CNN — Former President Donald Trump held a rally Thursday in the Bronx as his campaign looks to make inroads with Hispanic and Black voters ahead of November’s election. The trial has tethered the former president to New York for much of the past six weeks, but Thursday’s event in Crotona Park in the South Bronx was Trump’s first major …

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