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Trump Visits Reading Amidst Backlash Over Puerto Rico Joke

Donald Trump's visit to Reading, Pennsylvania, aimed to mitigate the damage caused by an offensive joke targeting Puerto Ricans, highlighting the importance of the Hispanic vote in the swing state.

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Why did Donald Trump visit Reading, Pennsylvania?: Donald Trump's visit to Reading, Pennsylvania, aimed to counteract the negative impact of a joke made by a comedian at a previous rally that offended the state's significant Hispanic population.
How did Puerto Rican community members react to the controversial joke?: While some Puerto Rican community members were offended by the joke, others remained supportive of Trump, emphasizing their pride in being American and aligning with the Republican Party's values.
Why is Pennsylvania and Reading significant in the presidential election?: Pennsylvania is a key swing state, and Reading, with its large Hispanic population, is a crucial city in determining the state's electoral outcome; the outcome in Pennsylvania could decide the presidential election.
What controversial joke was made at a Trump rally, and what was its impact?: The joke, referring to Puerto Rico as a "floating trash island," sparked outrage and threatened to alienate Latino voters, who are crucial in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
How can Puerto Ricans living in Puerto Rico influence the US presidential election?: Puerto Ricans living on the island cannot vote in general elections, but they can influence the outcome by encouraging their relatives on the mainland to vote.

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