Latino protesters rally against Trump in Allentown over comedian's Puerto Rico remarks

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Protests erupted in Allentown, Pennsylvania, as a group of Latinos demonstrated outside a Donald Trump rally. They expressed anger over a comedian's derogatory remarks about Puerto Rico, chanting "Trump, fuera!" and "Immigrants make America great!" The controversy has mobilized Puerto Rican voters in the U.S., particularly in battleground states like Pennsylvania, where over 400,000 Puerto Ricans reside. Organizers report a shift in voter sentiment, with some Republicans reconsidering their support for Trump. Despite the protests, some Trump supporters dismissed the comedian's comments, focusing instead on issues like immigration and the economy. The situation highlights the growing influence of Latino voters in the upcoming election.


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