Trump criticized Biden for calling his supporters “garbage,” claiming that Biden and Kamala Harris did not truly love Americans. Biden clarified his remarks, saying he was referring to the hateful rhetoric about Puerto Rico spewed by Trump supporters at a rally, not all Trump supporters. The controversy provided a distraction for Trump amid criticism over an event where speakers made crude and racist comments. The joke about Puerto Rico led a singer to withdraw his support for Trump. Trump sought to distance himself from the comedian who made the joke. Trump plans to use Biden’s comments to attack Democrats and deflect attention from other issues. The controversy has the potential to overshadow important campaign events, like Harris’ closing argument rally. Harris distanced herself from Biden’s comments, stating that she disagreed with criticizing people based on their voting preferences. The back-and-forth represents the heated rhetoric surrounding the final days of the election.
Photo credit
www.nbcnews.com