New York Gov. Kathy Hochul calls Trump supporters ‘clowns’ in her own 'basket of deplorables' moment
SUMMARY
New York Governor Kathy Hochul referred to Trump supporters as "clowns" during a media appearance ahead of Trump's Bronx rally. She stated that New York would never support Trump, criticizing his rallies as "made-up, fake" events. Hochul asserted that the state will solidly support Joe Biden. In response, the Trump campaign claimed Hochul is frustrated by Trump's ability to draw large crowds and suggested Democrats are losing support among minorities. Hochul's remarks drew parallels to Hillary Clinton's "basket of deplorables" comment from 2016. David Laska of the New York GOP called for Hochul to apologize, accusing her of showing intolerance and disrespecting New Yorkers' diverse views. This incident follows Hochul's past controversial comments about Republicans and Catholics.
