Nicky Jam Revokes Trump Endorsement After Comedian's Disparaging Remarks About Puerto Rico
Nicky Jam, a Puerto Rican artist, withdraws support for Donald Trump following a comedian's offensive comments about Puerto Rico at a rally.
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Summary
Nicky Jam announced he has rescinded his endorsement of Donald Trump after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe insulted Puerto Rico during a rally. Jam emphasized that Puerto Rico deserves respect and criticized Hinchcliffe's remarks. Several other Puerto Rican artists have denounced the offensive comments, aligning their support with Kamala Harris. Trump's campaign faced backlash over Hinchcliffe's joke, with Trump asserting he was unaware of the comedian's remarks. This incident highlights the tension between the Latino community and the Trump campaign ahead of the elections.
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