Puerto Rican Stars Rally Behind Kamala Harris After Offensive Remarks About Puerto Rico at Trump Rally

Introduction Puerto Rican superstars Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, and Ricky Martin voiced their support for Kamala Harris following controversial comments made at a recent Donald Trump rally in New York City. Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, a speaker at Trump’s event, referred to Puerto Rico as "a floating island of garbage," sparking widespread backlash from Puerto Rican celebrities and the community.

Contentious Rally Remarks Hinchcliffe’s remarks shocked both attendees and viewers, who witnessed him referring to Puerto Rico in derogatory terms. The crowd's response was largely muted, with scattered boos signaling disapproval. Beyond the Puerto Rico comment, Hinchcliffe reportedly made other offensive statements about Latino and Black communities, which added to the negative reaction from attendees and the public.

Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, and Ricky Martin Take a Stand In response, prominent Puerto Rican artists took to social media to defend their heritage and voice support for Harris. Bad Bunny, with a massive Instagram following of over 45 million, shared a Harris campaign video aimed at Puerto Rican voters. Jennifer Lopez also posted the same video, signaling her solidarity with Harris and pride in her Puerto Rican roots.

Ricky Martin, sharing the same Harris video on his Instagram Stories, added the phrase “I remember” in reference to Hinchcliffe’s remark, expressing his discontent. He further suggested his X posts had been limited on the platform, owned by Trump supporter Elon Musk.

Luis Fonsi Joins the Chorus of Disapproval Singer Luis Fonsi, globally known for his hit "Despacito," also reposted Harris' video and condemned the hateful comments. Fonsi’s English-language post underscored the pride and unity within the Puerto Rican community, saying, “Yes, we’re American too.”

Trump Campaign Response Following the rally, the Trump campaign attempted to distance itself from Hinchcliffe’s comments, issuing a statement to the New York Times asserting, "This joke does not reflect the views of President Trump or the campaign."

Conclusion The controversy highlights the enduring sensitivity around Puerto Rico’s relationship with the United States and the ongoing influence of public figures in shaping discourse. The unified response from Puerto Rican celebrities underscores their commitment to defending their heritage against inflammatory rhetoric and to encouraging civic engagement among their fans.