Biden’s 'Garbage' Gaffe Could Give Trump a Political Edge

[Social Media]

 

President Biden’s recent remarks, where he referred to former President Donald Trump’s supporters as “garbage,” have stirred political controversy, with Trump using the incident to rally his supporters. Speaking to a crowd in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Trump urged his supporters to “forgive” Biden for his choice of words.

The official White House transcript needs to be immediately corrected. Notice the use of the apostrophe in the transcript

Joe Biden’s words were clear that he was stating Trump’s supporters were the garbage

Not Biden discussing Trump’s supporter’s garbage floating around pic.twitter.com/xDyyHZsZ53

— Kylie Jane Kremer (@KylieJaneKremer) October 30, 2024

 

“The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporters,” Biden said, pausing for a moment before continuing. “His, his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable and it’s un-American.”

 

The episode recalls Hillary Clinton’s infamous “deplorables” comment about Trump supporters during the 2016 election, which Trump referenced directly at his rally. “Wow. That’s terrible,” Trump said, adding, “And then she said irredeemable. That didn’t work out.”

Donald Trump on Joe Biden calling his supporters “garbage”:

“Remember Hillary, she said deplorable... Garbage I think is worse.. but he doesn’t know, please forgive him.. for he not knoweth what he said” pic.twitter.com/FC8BIu8DlD

— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) October 30, 2024

 

At the rally, Trump leaned into a more forgiving stance, appearing to try to soften Biden’s comments while highlighting their divisive tone. “Please forgive him for not knowing what he said,” Trump told his crowd. He continued, “These people are terrible, terrible, terrible to say a thing like that. But he really doesn’t know. He really, honestly, he doesn’t. And I’m convinced that he likes me more than he likes Kamala. But that’s a terrible thing.” Trump’s crowd reacted, echoing sentiments from prior elections where such comments have historically rallied his base.

 

The White House quickly attempted to control the narrative, with spokesman Andrew Bates clarifying that Biden had been referring to “the hateful rhetoric” from Trump’s New York rally, not Trump supporters themselves. Bates explained, “The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter’s—his—his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable, and it’s un-American.” The White House’s efforts indicate awareness of the potential fallout from Biden’s phrasing.

 

President Biden, aware of the stir his comments had caused, also addressed the issue directly on social media, aiming to clarify his intentions. Writing on X (formerly Twitter), Biden said, “Earlier today I referred to the hateful rhetoric about Puerto Rico spewed by Trump’s supporter at his Madison Square Garden rally as garbage—which is the only word I can think of to describe it. His demonization of Latinos is unconscionable. That’s all I meant to say. The comments at that rally don’t reflect who we are as a nation.” 

 

Despite the White House’s efforts to clarify, the incident underscores the delicate balance Biden must maintain in an already polarized political climate. Some analysts suggest that the comment could have already inflicted damage, giving Trump an opening to remind his base of past moments when mainstream politicians dismissed or criticized his supporters. As Biden works to unite a divided electorate, his “garbage” remark may be yet another instance where his words echo in ways that carry unintended consequences.

 

Based on a report by CNN 2024-10-31

 

 

 

[thaibeachlovers]

My hope is that Biden's comment also taints Harris in the way that HRC's comment tainted her.

She deserves it, IMO.

 

[Talon]

4 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

My hope is that Biden's comment also taints Harris in the way that HRC's comment tainted her.

She deserves it, IMO.

 

 

It is having the effect of a double whammy.

 

Biden not only said it; but he said it during a time that Kamala was trying to gain a political edge with yet another speech denigrating Trump and his voters.

[thaibeachlovers]

6 minutes ago, Talon said:

 

It is having the effect of a double whammy.

 

Biden not only said it; but he said it during a time that Kamala was trying to gain a political edge with yet another speech denigrating Trump and his voters.

I didn't watch Harris speaking, except for a clip on the tv news, and it seems that it was just another Trump hatefest and nothing about HOW she would make life better. She says a lot about making life better, but seems lacking in HOW that will be achieved.

[Talon]

1 minute ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I didn't watch Harris speaking, except for a clip on the tv news, and it seems that it was just another Trump hatefest and nothing about HOW she would make life better. She says a lot about making life better, but seems lacking in HOW that will be achieved.

 

I didn't watch. Like you, a clip of seconds.

 

Harris continues to try to distance herself from Joe. Kamala says things will be different, but when asked what she would change, has always said she can't think of anything.

Gobbledygook.

[spidermike007]

I don't think so. Trump makes equally foolish statements seven times every day. The entire MSG event was racist, misogynistic, and nasty. They will clutch any straw. Means nothing. Harris is going to win big. See ya Huge Don! 

[Tug]

Harris has made it VERY clear everyone has a seat at the table.it was a gaff statement taken out of context Joe was referring to that garbage comedian trump was stupid enough to have at his (ralley)

[Tug]

1 hour ago, thaibeachlovers said:

I didn't watch Harris speaking, except for a clip on the tv news, and it seems that it was just another Trump hatefest and nothing about HOW she would make life better. She says a lot about making life better, but seems lacking in HOW that will be achieved.

Guess you will never know cause you don’t bother to watch 

[mushroomdave]

So let's get this straight.....The Republicans were yapping that Joe has dementia not knowing what he was talking about and didn't know where he was etc.  But now he is clear as a bell?

 

And the Rep's may want to roll back some tapes as Don the Con has said America was a "garbage can" 3 times in the past month including just 3 days ago.  

 

I love watching him and his Koolaid drinking followers grasping at straws these days dont you?

 

The Snake Oil is running low these days!!
Tick Tock, Tick Tock!!
"Lock Him Up, Lock Him Up !!"
 

 

Edited October 30 by mushroomdave

[Hawaiian]

27 minutes ago, Tug said:

Guess you will never know cause you don’t bother to watch 

I don't waste my time watching either candidate.  They both continue to make misleading and confusing comments.  You are entitled to interpret it anyway you want to convince yourself your candidate knows what they are talking about.

[thesetat2013]

38 minutes ago, Tug said:

Harris has made it VERY clear everyone has a seat at the table.it was a gaff statement taken out of context Joe was referring to that garbage comedian trump was stupid enough to have at his (ralley)

Harris made it very clear only that she made excuses for the comment. In Bidens speech it is clear what garbage he is talking about. The fact is that Harris is trying once again to cover up Bidens incompetence and hoping it does not hurt her chances to be voted for. It is called damage control what Harris is doing now. Making excuses and trying to make it look like it was taken out of context. If she did not do this, it will surely hit her campaign harder than her word salads and incompetence has done already. 

[quake]

Nice one Joe.

Keep up the good work. 

[JonnyF]

3 hours ago, Social Media said:

At the rally, Trump leaned into a more forgiving stance, appearing to try to soften Biden’s comments while highlighting their divisive tone. “Please forgive him for not knowing what he said,” Trump told his crowd. He continued, “These people are terrible, terrible, terrible to say a thing like that. But he really doesn’t know. He really, honestly, he doesn’t.

 

Trump taking the high ground again.

 

Not difficult when you are dealing with Biden and Harris. 

[earlinclaifornia]

After he spoke with Voto Latino, Biden posted on X to clarify that he had zeroed in on Hinchcliffe and to reiterate that Hinchcliffe's view of Latinos was wrong (archived😞

 

[JonnyF]

4 hours ago, earlinclaifornia said:

After he spoke with Voto Latino, Biden posted on X to clarify that he had zeroed in on Hinchcliffe and to reiterate that Hinchcliffe's view of Latinos was wrong (archived😞

 

 

But that's not what you said, Joe. What you actually said was...

 

[earlinclaifornia]

5 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

But that's not what you said, Joe. What you actually said was...

 

OMG do you think he is lying?

But he was discussing the comedians joke

[JonnyF]

6 minutes ago, earlinclaifornia said:

OMG do you think he is lying?

But he was discussing the comedians joke

 

Yes he is lying now to cover up a political mistake. He should know by now not to actually say out loud what he is really thinking, he's done it enough times with embarrassing consequences.  

 

And let's be real, he only said what many Democrats think about Trump supporters. 

[300sd]

16 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

And let's be real, he only said what many Democrats think about Trump supporters

Great point. If the comments on this web site are any indication then half the country doesn't want to put up with the other half. Fairly obvious what's going to happen. Just look at history.

[Danderman123]

Speaking during a fundraising call on Tuesday with the organization Voto Latino, Biden said, "The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter's — his — his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable and it's un-American," according to a transcript posted on X by a White House spokesperson.

[Danderman123]

Demonization of Latinos is garbage.

[JonnyF]

19 minutes ago, Danderman123 said:

Speaking during a fundraising call on Tuesday with the organization Voto Latino, Biden said, "The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter's — his — his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable and it's un-American," according to a transcript posted on X by a White House spokesperson.

 

He really needs to stop public speaking and go back to the beach. 

 

He's so bad at this point that many people think he's deliberately sabotaging Harris' campaign. 

[Thingamabob]

5 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

My hope is that Biden's comment also taints Harris in the way that HRC's comment tainted her.

She deserves it, IMO.

 

That may have been Biden's intention.

[WDSmart]

Not that it will make any difference now, but the actual quote was, "The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter's,” Please note the apostrophe between the last word and the final s. That means he was only referring to one supporter, the one who made the original remark. Just FYI for anyone who is acquainted enough with grammar rules and what Biden's intent was in saying this. 

[renaissanc]

Even though his brain has turned to water Joe knew what he was saying, and I think he did it to get revenge on Schumer/Obama/Pelosi/Comrade Kamala for their coup.

[renaissanc]

22 minutes ago, WDSmart said:

Not that it will make any difference now, but the actual quote was, "The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter's,” Please note the apostrophe between the last word and the final s. That means he was only referring to one supporter, the one who made the original remark. Just FYI for anyone who is acquainted enough with grammar rules and what Biden's intent was in saying this. 

Now I know your real identity. You are Karine Jean-Pierre. Or at least, you sound exactly like her. But that's all right.

[proton]

He's eating babies today dressed as chickens, the garbage comment has come home to roost 

[Eric Loh]

26 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

 

He really needs to stop public speaking and go back to the beach. 

 

He's so bad at this point that many people think he's deliberately sabotaging Harris' campaign. 

Many people know that he is a gaffe machine and the GOP has taken his words out of context and milking it to the max. Many know he is not running for election and took his comment in stride.Harris's campaign is still emergizing the voters with polls trending in her direction. 

[WDSmart]

3 minutes ago, renaissanc said:

Now I know your real identity. You are Karine Jean-Pierre. Or at least, you sound exactly like her. But that's all right.

No, I'm not Karine Jean-Pierre. I'm not as pretty as her, I'm a man, I'm White, and I'm 78 years old. The only things I think we have in common are we are both Democrats, good speakers (writing, in my case now), and very intelligent. 

But that's for noting our comparison. 

[JonnyF]

29 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Many people know that he is a gaffe machine and the GOP has taken his words out of context and milking it to the max. Many know he is not running for election and took his comment in stride

 

Amazing to think he is still PINO (President In Name Only).

[JonnyF]

1 hour ago, WDSmart said:

Not that it will make any difference now, but the actual quote was, "The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporter's,” Please note the apostrophe between the last word and the final s. That means he was only referring to one supporter, the one who made the original remark. Just FYI for anyone who is acquainted enough with grammar rules and what Biden's intent was in saying this. 

 

How do you put an apostrophe into spoken language?

 

Oh wait a minute, it was CBC who did that. Got it...