As Trump courts their vote, comedian at his rally makes racist jokes about Latinos and Puerto Rico

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made crude and offensive jokes about Latinos, Puerto Ricans, and Black people during preprogramming for a rally where former President Donald Trump was gathering support in New York. The jokes were met with mixed reactions from the audience and other speakers at the event. The comments were criticized by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who called them disrespectful and racist. Hinchcliffe later defended his jokes on social media, claiming they were taken out of context. The incident highlights the importance of engaging and respecting key constituencies in the upcoming 2024 election.