Immediate backlash from both Democrats and Republicans prompted the campaign to distance itself from the offensive rhetoric.
Many speakers used racist, misogynistic, and inflammatory language, aligning with Trump's divisive rhetoric.
The campaign issued a statement disavowing Hinchcliffe's joke and acknowledged the criticism.
He leaned heavily into extreme and divisive rhetoric, promising radical changes like deportation programs and removing critical race theory from schools.
The campaign rarely disavows support or offensive language, making this response unusual.
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