Hispanic voters’ support for Trump wanes over economy and immigration

Key Points:

• Despite a record number of Hispanic voters supporting Donald Trump in 2024, over 65% are dissatisfied with his economic and immigration policies, with 78% preferring Democratic control of Congress, according to a New York Times/Siena University poll.
• Economic concerns such as cost of living, wages, and inflation top the list of issues for Hispanic voters, who have grown disillusioned with Trump's handling of the economy despite his 2024 economic populism message.
• Immigration enforcement remains a contentious issue, with some Hispanic voters accusing the Trump administration of racial profiling, but only a minority prioritize border security or mass deportations.
• Hispanic voters include a large group of swing voters—about 40% of the electorate—who feel disconnected from both parties, signaling a need for more nuanced outreach from politicians.
• While polls show Hispanic voters leaning toward Democratic congressional candidates in the upcoming midterms, experts caution that their support is not guaranteed for future elections, highlighting the evolving nature of Latino political preferences.