Trump Joins Wisconsin Sanitation Crew After Biden Calls His Supporters ‘Garbage’
Former President Donald Trump made a bold statement on Wednesday by joining a garbage collection crew in Wisconsin, responding to recent comments from President Joe Biden that referred to Trump supporters as “garbage.” Trump’s ride-along with sanitation workers was a direct counter to Biden’s remarks, turning what could have been a heated exchange into a unique show of solidarity with everyday Americans.
Seated in the passenger seat of a garbage truck, Trump told reporters, “How do you like my garbage truck? This truck is in honor of Kamala and Joe Biden,” taking a light-hearted but pointed jab at the administration. The former president’s appearance included a video clip from Air Force One, where Trump wore a safety vest, speaking directly to the camera and declaring, “250 million people are not garbage.”
The incident began during a Zoom call on Tuesday night when Biden, in response to a comedian’s joke at a Trump event, said, “The only garbage I see floating out there are his supporters.” The remarks quickly ignited backlash, with critics calling Biden’s words divisive and inappropriate. Many drew comparisons to Hillary Clinton’s infamous “basket of deplorables” comment during her 2016 campaign, suggesting that Biden’s words may alienate voters.
The White House, attempting to control the fallout, responded with Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre explaining that Biden “was not speaking about Trump supporters as a whole.” However, the damage was already done, with Trump’s ride-along underscoring a response that resonated with many of his supporters.
The move also aligns with Trump’s consistent messaging of connecting with working-class Americans. His supporters have praised the former president’s ability to relate to the everyday struggles of ordinary people. By joining the garbage crew, Trump transformed Biden’s insult into a symbolic moment, highlighting what he views as the administration’s disconnect from millions of Americans.
