Vance says people need to ‘take a joke’ after Madison Square Garden comedian backlash

Published October 28, 2024 5:28pm ET



Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) said people need to “take a joke” after backlash over a joke from a comedian at the Madison Square Garden rally.

On Sunday, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, speaking several speakers before former President Donald Trump and Vance, joked that Puerto Rico was a “floating pile of garbage.” The quip was met with backlash from Democrats and some Republicans, including Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL), whose state hosts a sizable Puerto Rican population.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.