Biden's 'garbage supporters' remark shifts focus from Trump controversy in Pennsylvania

President Joe Biden sparked controversy on Tuesday by calling former President Donald Trump's supporters "garbage" while defending Puerto Ricans. This comment overshadowed Trump's efforts to address backlash from a comedian's remarks about Puerto Rico at a recent rally. Biden's statement came during a call with a Latino advocacy group, where he emphasized the dignity of Puerto Ricans. Republicans quickly compared Biden's remark to Hillary Clinton's "basket of deplorables" comment from 2016, with Trump using the opportunity to criticize Biden's mental acuity. The incident shifted focus away from Trump's previous controversy, as he sought to connect with Latino voters in Pennsylvania. His campaign featured Latino speakers at the rally, while Biden's comment drew criticism from both Republicans and some Democrats.