AceShowbiz - Singer Marc Anthony recently delivered a compelling endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign in a new advertisement. This endorsement, aimed at Latin voters, reflects upon former President Donald Trump's controversial treatment of Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria in 2017, as well as his previous derogatory remarks about Hispanics.

Anthony, who grew up in New York but is of Puerto Rican descent, recalls Trump's actions vividly in the ad. "Even though some have forgotten, I remember what it was like when Donald Trump was president," he says.

He recounts Trump's notorious paper towel toss to Puerto Ricans whose homes were ravaged by the hurricane and his inflammatory comments during the 2016 campaign labeling some Mexican immigrants as "criminals" and "rapists."

Emphasizing the hardships faced, he states, "I remember after Hurricane Maria devastated our island, Trump blocked billions in relief while thousands died. I remember when our families lacked clean water and electricity, Trump threw paper towels and called Puerto Rico 'dirty and poor.' "

Marc Anthony also addresses the controversial Trump administration policy of separating families at the southern border. "He told us what he'll do. He'll separate children from their families, and threaten to use the Army to do it," he reminds viewers.

The message is clear and poignant as he calls for unity and remembrance of American values. "This election goes way beyond political parties. Let's remember what the United States represents and stands for: United. Regardless of where we're from," the singer-actor says, cementing his support for Harris with, "I am Marc Anthony and I remember. That's why I support Kamala Harris for president."

The ad is part of the Harris campaign's substantial $370 million investment in TV and digital ads ahead of Election Day. Specifically, Marc Anthony's ad is set to air during significant broadcasts such as the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards on Telemundo, and across Pennsylvania on Telemundo and Univision.

Despite Trump's controversial stance on Hispanic communities, he still shows unexpectedly strong support within the community. A New York Times/Siena College poll of Hispanic voters exposed that 56 percent would vote for Harris, while 37 percent would support Trump. In comparison, exit polls from the 2020 Presidential Election showed President Biden secured 65 percent of Latino voters, compared to 32 percent for Trump.

Marc Anthony's backing of Harris follows a larger trend among Latin music stars taking political stances. Recently, 25 artists released a video titled "Ya Estuvo," condemning Trump's anti-Latino rhetoric. Notably, Anthony's political engagement has historical roots; he supported Hillary Clinton's 2015 campaign and Barack Obama's 2012 run.