Pew Poll: Latino Support for Trump Declines
A recent Pew poll reveals a significant decline in Latino support for Donald Trump, highlighting shifting sentiments in the community. The survey included over 5,000 participants and was conducted through two separate surveys.
Pew Poll Findings on Latino Support for Trump
As we approach the 2024 election cycle, the data indicates troubling trends for Trump among Latino voters, who were once instrumental in his previous success.
- Seventy percent of Latino respondents disapprove of Trump’s performance as president.
- A majority, 55%, reported very strong disapproval.
- Trump’s approval rating among his Latino voters has dropped from 93% to 81% since the start of his second term.
Economic Concerns Among Latinos
Economic issues remain a critical factor for the Latino community. The poll highlights their dissatisfaction with current economic conditions:
- Four in five respondents view the economy negatively.
- Seventy-eight percent rated current economic conditions as only fair or poor.
- Sixty-one percent attribute worsening economic conditions to Trump’s policies.
- Half of the respondents reported difficulties affording food, housing, or medical care over the past year.
Immigration and Its Impact
Immigration policies also play a significant role in shaping Latino opinions:
- Two-thirds of Latinos disapprove of Trump’s immigration strategies.
- Seventy-one percent believe Trump is overly aggressive with deportations, marking a 15-point increase since March.
- More than half fear deportation for themselves or their loved ones.
Overall Sentiment Towards Future
Latinos express increasing concern about their situation in the United States:
- Sixty-six percent believe their circumstances have worsened compared to last year, a notable rise from 2021.
- Fifty-five percent possess serious concerns regarding their future in America.
- One-third of respondents have contemplated leaving the country in the past six months.
These findings underscore a changing political landscape for Trump as he prepares for the upcoming elections. The data suggests that the Latino community, once a strong base for him, is drifting away amidst concerns regarding economic and social issues.
