In a high-stakes showdown ahead of the November 5 election, former U.S. President Donald Trump led a packed rally at Madison Square Garden in New York City, relentlessly targeting Vice President Kamala Harris.
Wearing his signature red \"Make America Great Again\" cap, Trump declared, \"You've destroyed our country. We're not going to take it anymore, Kamala,\" igniting cheers from his supporters.
The rally, held in the Democratic stronghold city, saw several speakers echo Trump's criticism, extending their attacks to Puerto Rico and Latino communities. Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made controversial remarks about Latino birthrates and derogatorily referred to Puerto Rico as \"a floating island of garbage.\"
Harris responded robustly, emphasizing her commitment to Puerto Rican communities in key battleground states. She stated, \"Puerto Ricans deserve a president who sees and invests in (their) strength,\" a message amplified by Puerto Rican celebrities like Ricky Martin and Bad Bunny, who shared her appeal on social media.
Democrats are leveraging these offensive comments to bolster Harris's campaign efforts. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman highlighted the state's significant Puerto Rican population, underscoring their voting power.
The rally also featured surprise appearances by Melania Trump and notable backers like Elon Musk, further intensifying the political fray. Other speeches, including those by Stephen Miller and Tucker Carlson, drew additional criticism for their harsh rhetoric against immigrants and personal attacks on Harris.
As the election approaches, Kamala Harris continues her vigorous campaign in Pennsylvania, making her 14th visit to the state since rising to the top of the Democratic ticket. Her efforts include engaging with diverse communities in Philadelphia, aiming to secure crucial votes.
Looking ahead, Harris is set to hold a major rally near the White House, a venue previously used by Trump during his controversial events at the U.S. Capitol.
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