A recent Pew Research Center poll, based on surveys of over 5,000 Latinos, indicates a shift in support for Donald Trump following gains observed in 2024. This follows earlier victories for Democrats in recent elections, which included significant margins among Latino voters.
President Trump's Approval Among Latinos
The survey revealed the following about President Trump's job approval:
- Seventy percent of respondents disapprove of his job performance.
- Fifty-five percent expressed strong disapproval.
- Among Latinos who voted for Trump, approval has decreased by 12 percentage points, moving from 93% at the beginning of his second term to 81% currently.
Economic Perceptions
Economic conditions are a key area of concern, with a majority attributing negative economic impacts to current policies:
- Four in five respondents view the economy negatively.
- Seventy-eight percent rated current economic conditions as 'only fair' or 'poor'.
- Sixty-one percent stated that Trump's policies have worsened economic conditions, while 15% believe they have improved them.
- Half of the respondents reported struggling to afford food, housing, or medical care within the past year.
Views on Immigration
- Two-thirds of respondents disapprove of Trump's approach to immigration.
- Seventy-one percent believe Trump is engaging in excessive deportations, marking a 15-point increase since March.
- More than half of respondents expressed worry that they, a close friend, or a family member might face deportation.
Perceptions of the Situation for Latinos
- Over two-thirds of respondents indicated that the situation for Latinos has deteriorated, representing a 42-point increase from when this question was last asked in 2021.
- This perception includes 31% of Latino voters who supported Trump.
- Four in five respondents believe Trump's policies have been detrimental to Latinos, including one-third of his voters.
Concerns Regarding Place in America
- Fifty-five percent of respondents reported concerns about their standing in the United States, an increase from 48% last year.
- One-third of respondents stated they have considered leaving the country within the last six months.
- Forty-six percent of those considering departure cited the political situation in the country as a reason.