The jokes fell flat online, where many including many conservatives expressed their disapproval of the routine.
“Disgusted by @TonyHinchcliffe’s racist comment calling Puerto Rico a ‘floating island of garbage.’ This rhetoric does not reflect GOP values,” wrote Rep. María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) on X. “Puerto Rico sent 48,000+ soldiers to Vietnam, with over 345 Purple Hearts awarded. This bravery deserves respect. Educate yourself!”
Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) also condemned Hinchcliffe, arguing that “This joke bombed for a reason. It’s not funny and it’s not true. Puerto Ricans are amazing people and amazing Americans! I’ve been to the island many times. It’s a beautiful place. Everyone should visit!”
Rep. Anthony D’Esposito (R-FL) said he was “proud to be Puerto Rican” and that “the only thing that’s ‘garbage’ was a bad comedy set.”
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