Pennsylvania voters weigh in on Puerto Rico comment from Trump rally

NBC News' George Solis reports from Allentown, Pa., a city with a large Puerto Rican population, on how voters are reacting to the racist comment made by a comedian at a weekend Trump rally.

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[christinac]

What on earth does Trump offer Puerto Ricans apart from throwing them paper towels?

[kaygee]

People dont want to hear the truth so they become outraged and vote for the laughing liar.

[jnero]

They’re really harping on this.. smells like desperation from msm to me

[Fakhue-gy]

Trump doesn't have to apologize because he didn't say those things.

[DavidLevi-rv]

It's not just the Puerto Rico comment. Many of the other speakers spewed racist and sexist comments as well. Let's not forget about them. They all are just as bad if not worse.

[np]

We Puerto Rican are not Snowflakes!!! President Trump 2024!!!❤❤❤

[Miele-pl]

If its garbage leave our island alone and take you military bases with you ..

[misaelfraga]

Fake media outrage. Notice how the title says "comment" instead of joke by a comedian.

[MilSal-hj]

😂😂😂😂 KaMALA troyan horse didn't work. Puerto Ricans voted 🗳 in drones for Trump 😂😂😂

[sunnypoltergeist]

Why not ask the comedian apologize....😒 trump didn't tell that dry joke!

[sequoiamarr]

As an African-Native American, I know that so-called comedian's (Madison Square Garden) performance was designed to be inflammatory in content. To frame what he said as "jokes", is giving racists a pass.

[kedalalimited]

We care more about a joke the the real issues facing us? How stupid is this?

[danielflud]

They've made articles and stories about the trash crisis in puerto rico for years. Now they are offended ???

[maureenpoarch]

Why does trump owe them an apology he didn't say it?

[MrKosovo]

Since 1899, Puerto Ricans have served in the U.S. military in significant numbers, with over 200, 000 Puerto Ricans participating across major conflicts including WWI, WWII, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and recent engagements in the Middle East. Puerto Rico, with a population of about 3.2 million (fluctuating over time), has had higher enlistment rates per capita than many states.

Comparing Puerto Rico to other U.S. regions of similar population size, such as certain states or cities, it’s notable that Puerto Ricans have shown a high level of commitment. For example:

WWII: Approximately 65, 000 Puerto Ricans served in the U.S. Army, one of the highest per capita rates among U.S. territories and states at the time.
Korean War: The 65th Infantry Regiment from Puerto Rico became renowned for its bravery, particularly during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir.
Vietnam War: More than 48, 000 Puerto Ricans served, and their casualty rate was notably high.
Post-9/11 conflicts: Thousands of Puerto Ricans have continued to serve, with contributions across all branches.
Compared to other areas with populations in the 3 million range (like Mississippi or Connecticut), Puerto Rican enlistment rates remain high, demonstrating a distinct cultural connection to military service despite limited voting rights in U.S. federal elections.

[fredhene]

Trump is not responsible for the words or actions of others

[ELPIRATABERT]

I lived in a Puerto Rican neighborhood in Miami - Wynwood to be exact some of the most proudest people i ever known i would have neve ever thought that they would look the other way on something this and not 1 Rican would speak at this rally not Puerto Ricans but i guess time have changed SMDH

[JoaniVelasquez]

Oh please, I'm Puerto Rican, and I'm not offended because that was a comedian making jokes to everyone. Stop making things big. Because is not...Trump2024

[savvagecabbage]

It was a comedian. Making a joke. Getting pretty desperate huh?

[nickkraft]

The fact this is a news story is crazy they’re really reaching for every possible slander