Biden faces backlash over comments on Trump rally comedian's Puerto Rico jokes

President Joe Biden faced backlash from Republicans after he commented on racist jokes made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Trump rally. Biden defended Puerto Ricans and criticized either Trump supporters or Hinchcliffe, saying, “The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporters.” The White House clarified that Biden meant to condemn Hinchcliffe's remarks, not Trump supporters. Biden later posted on X, stating he referred to the hateful rhetoric as "garbage" and emphasized that it does not reflect American values. The controversy shifted focus from Vice President Kamala Harris's speech promoting unity. Republicans used Biden's comments to challenge her message, with Trump and his campaign quickly responding to Biden's remarks during a rally.