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President Donald Trump is facing increasing erosion of support among Latino voters who backed him in the last elections.
According to new polls, one in three Hispanic voters who supported him acknowledge that they regret their vote, reflecting disappointment with his economic management and unfulfilled promises.
According to the agency EFE, the polls were conducted by the civil organizations Somos Votantes and Somos PAC, and presented during a virtual press conference.
The results show that the majority of Latino voters hold the Republican Party responsible for the economic frustration they are experiencing, in a context marked by the rising cost of living, stagnant wages, and the negative impact of tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration.
The study details that the president's popularity fell to -26 points in the last quarter, compared to -12 recorded at the beginning of the year.
The overall approval of his administration plummeted to -28 points, and his economic rating dropped to -30, reaching the lowest levels since the beginning of his second term.
The founder and president of Somos Votantes and Somos PAC, Melissa Morales, stated that this is not a temporary decline, but rather a "documented collapse that has been ongoing for a year and whose end is not in sight."
The analysts who participated in the presentation noted that the erosion is more noticeable among Latino men and young voters, two groups that were crucial for Trump's victory in 2024.
In contrast, independent voters have become more reluctant to support him and express a growing rejection of the Republican Party's economic policies.
The report also highlights the perception of disconnection between the president and the priorities of working families.
Half of Latino voters believe that inflation and the cost of living should be the government's main concern, but only 14% think that Trump and his party are focused on addressing these issues.
Furthermore, two out of three respondents believe that the commercial tariffs promoted by the White House have been harmful as they have led to a general increase in prices.
Sixty-eight percent of the Hispanic respondents rated the economic situation in the United States as "bad," and 63% believe it is getting worse.
This climate of pessimism could have direct consequences on the legislative elections of 2026, in which the House of Representatives will be completely renewed and one-third of the Senate will be up for election.
The EFE agency indicated that Latino disenchantment with Trump and the Republican Party, which currently controls both chambers of Congress, could lead to a political upheaval if the trend continues.
In parallel, the organization Americans for Tax Fairness released a report warning that nearly five million people—including one million Latinos—could lose their health insurance if the subsidies from the Affordable Care Act are eliminated, one of the key reforms passed in 2010 during Barack Obama's presidency.
This combination of economic and social factors points to a growing distrust among the Latin population, an electorate that has become decisive in the political landscape of the United States and that, according to recent studies, appears to be sending a clear message of fatigue regarding the lack of results from the Republican government.
The growing distance between Donald Trump and Latino voters has been clearly reflected in recent polls. Only one in four Hispanic adults holds a positive view of the president, a significant decline compared to the support he received during the 2024 elections.
Among the main causes of this shift are the economy, the perception of abandonment, and immigration policy—issues that are particularly sensitive for this community.
The disappointment has even taken hold in traditionally conservative states like Florida, where support for Trump among Latinos has also started to erode.
One of the factors that fuels this discontent is the tightening of immigration regulations. The recent decision to shorten the validity of work permits for immigrants has caused uncertainty and fear among thousands of people who live and work legally in the United States.
The measure, driven by the Trump administration, has been seen as a further blow to communities already impacted by inflation and job insecurity, especially those of Latin American origin.
In parallel, the demographic weight of Latinos in the country continues to grow. One in five Americans identifies as Latino today, and Cubans represent one of the largest communities within this group.
However, the growth has not translated into greater political representation or public policies that reflect their interests, which contributes to the feeling of disconnection from the current Republican leadership.
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