Tony Hinchcliffe defends racist comments about Puerto Rico

Tony Hinchcliffe, a comedian, faced backlash after making derogatory remarks about Puerto Rico during Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden. Recorded on October 28 and shared on his podcast Kill Tony a day later, Hinchcliffe addressed the controversy before an Austin audience. He claimed that Puerto Ricans are aware of being used for political purposes and stated he did not regret his comments. In his defense, he insisted that he loved Puerto Ricans, asserting their intelligence while asserting his lack of remorse for any of his jokes. Despite the criticism, Hinchcliffe’s remarks seemed to resonate with his audience, as he received cheers when he declared he apologized to nobody. The backlash to his comments drew reactions across the political spectrum, indicating a broader sensitivity to issues surrounding racial and ethnic humor in political contexts.