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Historic Puerto Rico Elections: New Parties Challenge Political Landscape

Puerto Rico's historic elections feature top candidates, potential political shifts, and a status referendum with implications for the island's future.

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

Kamala Harris devoted much of her final full day on the campaign trail to reaching Latino voters in Pennsylvania, a swing state that Democrats consider part of their “blue wall” in the Electoral College

The Independent UK

Vice President Harris Reaffirms Commitment To Puerto Rico In Rally

Vice President Kamala Harris reaffirms her commitment to Puerto Rico and all Americans during a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in response to recent der...

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Bad Bunny, Residente, Rauw Alejandro, and Kany García Take PArt In The Final Campaign Event in Puerto Rico

They supported the aliance between Movimiento Victoria Ciudadana and the Puerto Rican Independence Party

Latin Times

Trump aides confident in his chances – but admit results are anyone’s guess

Some polls offer promising outlook for Trump in swing states and reveal most believe US is on the wrong track

The Guardian - US

Harris Maintains Lead Among Latino Voters but Trump Continues to Close Gap, New Poll Finds

The Economist found that the Republican reduced the vice president's lead by 5 points in just one week, although fallout from Puerto Rico comments is expected

Latin Times

Puerto Rico's Political Landscape Shifts Amidst Younger Generation's Discontent

A third-party candidate challenges traditional parties in Puerto Rico's governor race amid voter discontent and a referendum on political status, shaping t...

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Trump Defends Puerto Rico 'Island of Garbage' Comedian For Making 'One Little Joke'

'He was a comedian. He joked. He mentioned Puerto Rico,' the former president said. 'He mentioned Puerto Rico and they made it like a big deal.'

International Business Times

RFK Jr. 'Dismayed' At Puerto Rico 'Garbage' Joke Told By His 'Friend' At Trump Rally

The failed independent candidate also praised insult comic Tony Hinchcliffe's 'special comedic aptitude' and falsely claimed Latino support for Trump was 'exploding.'

International Business Times

Dems "stained" MSG rally, Trump says

The ex-president claimed “very good” and “well-meaning” advisors selected comedian Tony Hinchcliffe for the gig

Salon

Trump Criticizes Women Keeping Votes Secret, Attacks Harris

Former President Trump responds to criticism on various topics, including a pro-Harris ad, Mark Cuban's comments, and a Puerto Rico joke.

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The Guide #163: Insult comedy and the right wing’s budding bromance

In this week’s newsletter: The roast can be a brilliant medium – but as Tony Hinchcliffe found out when he insulted Puerto Rico, a political rally really isn’t the place for slinging slurs

The Guardian - UK

Seth Meyers on Trump’s garbage truck stunt: ‘I think you should stay there’

Late-night hosts discuss Trump’s attempt from backlash over Puerto Rico comments and a gender gap in early voting

The Guardian - US

Emotional Jennifer Lopez Tells Harris Rally: 'We Should Be Scared And Outraged'

The superstar entertainer was addressing a speaker at Trump's Sunday rally who called Puerto Rico a 'floating island of garbage'

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The Independent UK

Jennifer Lopez hits back at Trump’s Puerto Rico comments: ‘Let’s Get Loud’

Jennifer Lopez didn’t hold back in condemning Donald Trump’s comments about her homeland, Puerto Rico, as she supported Kamala Harris at a Las Vegas rally.

The Independent UK

White House officials altered transcript of Biden ‘garbage’ call despite staff concerns, report says

Furor erupted after MAGA comedian at Trump’s New York rally called Puerto Rico a ‘floating island of garbage’

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Gov. Walz Condemns Trump's 'Island Of Garbage' Comment

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz condemns derogatory comment about Puerto Rico, praises Vice President Kamala Harris' support, and highlights Puerto Ricans' contrib...

Salon

Puerto Rican celebs fire back at Trump

From Bad Bunny to Aubrey Plaza, Puerto Rican celebs have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris and condemned Trump

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Latin Times

Aubrey Plaza Speaks Out on Her Puerto Rican Abuelita and the Elections

The actress couldn't pass up the opportunity to condemn the hate Puerto Rico receives, bringing up her Boricua heritage and her grandma from the 'Island of Enchantment.'

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Harris Campaign Releases Spanish-Language Ad Defending Puerto Rico

Harris campaign's Spanish-language ad celebrates Puerto Rico's heritage and condemns offensive remarks, aiming to empower and engage voters.

The Independent UK

Joe Rogan defends pal Tony Hinchcliffe’s racist Puerto Rico joke: It came from him ‘being environmentally conscious’

The podcaster said he had previously warned Hinchcliffe that the joke is ‘gonna get you stabbed’

The Independent UK

Longtime GOP pollster warns Biden’s ‘garbage’ comment may have cost Harris the election

Frank Luntz warned ‘this may be a turning point’ in the presidential race

Latin Times

Trump Professes His Love For Puerto Rico Amid 'Floating Island of Garbage' Joke Controversy

Trump continued his closing statement tour on Tuesday, with controversy floating his campaign, in Allentown, a majority Latino town in Pennsylvania.

The Independent UK

Jimmy Kimmel roasts Trump’s ‘confusing’ garbage truck stunt

‘Shouldn’t they have put him in the back of that? The garbage goes in the back,’ the Jimmy Kimmel Live! host quipped

Evening Standard

Donald Trump embraces Joe Biden's 'garbage' remark with rubbish truck stunt

Biden branded Trump’s supporters ‘garbage’ after a comedian at a Republican rally disparage Puerto Rico as a ‘floating island of garbage’

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