Hispanic Voter Sentiment Dips as Trump's Second Term Progresses

Tue Nov 25 2025 10:46:01 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A significant majority of Hispanic adults express growing dissatisfaction with President Trump's handling of immigration and economic policies, according to new surveys.

As the first year of President Donald Trump’s second term concludes, recent polls indicate that a substantial portion of Hispanic voters are increasingly unhappy with his administration's policies, particularly on immigration and the economy. While Trump initially garnered more support from Hispanic voters in the 2024 election, dissatisfaction has surged since then, with concerns about deportations and economic well-being growing among the community.

Declining approval of Trump

About two-thirds of Hispanic adults overall disapprove of the Trump administration’s approach to immigration, while 61% say his economic policies have made conditions worse.

Despite a shift toward Trump in the 2024 election—where 43% of Hispanic voters showed support—the latest data reflects a worrying trend. The majority of Hispanic voters who recently supported Trump now exhibit decreased approval for his performance.

Pew’s findings are corroborated by an October survey indicating a steep decline in favorable views of the president among Hispanic adults, highlighting increased financial stress and dissatisfaction.

Rising anxiety about Hispanics’ place in the U.S.

Approximately two-thirds of Hispanic adults believe their situation has worsened over the past year, with many citing Trump's policies as harmful. This sentiment shows a stark contrast to perceptions during Trump’s first term, where concern was less pronounced.

Broad worries about immigration enforcement

Recent months have seen an uptick in anxiety regarding immigration enforcement, with many Hispanic individuals expressing fears about deportations. The findings indicate that the harsh immigration tactics employed by the Trump administration have contributed to a pervasive atmosphere of anxiety within Hispanic communities.

The Pew Research Center’s survey, conducted with a representative sample of Hispanic adults, unveils a troubling shift and underlines the complexities of Hispanic voter sentiment in the context of American politics.