Candidates leverage Trump rally joke to energize voters ahead of elections

A racist joke made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Donald Trump rally has sparked political reactions as candidates approach the 2024 elections. Democrats are highlighting the joke to connect with Puerto Rican voters in key congressional races. In response, Republicans are focusing on President Biden's comments about the joke, claiming he insulted all Trump supporters. This has led to a back-and-forth between the parties as they seek to leverage the controversy for electoral gain. Democratic candidates in competitive districts, such as Pennsylvania and New York, are using the incident to rally support. Meanwhile, Republicans are urging their candidates to address Biden's remarks, framing them as a broader attack on their supporters.