Hispanic Voters Express Dismay as Trump’s Second Term Progresses

Tue Nov 25 2025 08:47:03 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Recent Pew Research polls indicate growing dissatisfaction among Hispanic adults regarding the Trump administration's handling of immigration and economic policies, reflecting a significant shift in sentiment from the previous year.

As Trump's second term nears its first anniversary, dissatisfaction among Hispanic voters is on the rise. Key issues of immigration and economic management are causing concerns, with recent polls revealing a noticeable decline in approval ratings for the president among this demographic. Approximately two-thirds disapprove of his immigration policies, while many express heightened fears of deportation. This growing unease highlights the challenges the Trump administration faces in retaining support from Hispanic voters, who are increasingly concerned about their situation in the U.S.

As the first year of President Donald Trump’s second term comes to a close, two new polls from the Pew Research Center reveal that Hispanic adults are increasingly dissatisfied with the administration's approach to critical economic and immigration issues.

The surveys involving over 5,000 Hispanic adults in the U.S., which were conducted in October and September, showcase a grim outlook among this demographic, marking a shift in sentiment from the previous year when many felt Trump had begun to regain some support from Latino voters.

Declining Approval of Trump

Current data indicates approximately 66% of Hispanic adults disapprove of Trump’s immigration policies, and 61% view his economic strategies as detrimental. While Hispanic voters slightly shifted toward Trump in the 2024 election, with 43% supporting his candidacy, their overall approval has dwindled since the onset of his second term.

Polling indicates that 81% of Hispanic voters who initially supported Trump approve of his performance, but this number represents a drop from 93% just after he assumed office again. Conversely, nearly all Hispanic voters who opted for Kamala Harris express disapproval for Trump’s policies.

Pew’s findings parallel those from the AP-NORC Center, which noted a sharp decline in favorable views of Trump among Hispanic adults—from 44% pre-inauguration to only 25% currently.

Rising Anxiety about Hispanics' Place in the U.S.

Surveys indicate that about two-thirds of Hispanic adults perceive their standing in America as deteriorating compared to a year ago, highlighting increased anxiety about their future, especially among those impacted by tightening immigration enforcement. Nearly half are worried about the possibility of deportation, reflecting a heightened sense of vulnerability compared to earlier months.

The evolving sentiments among Hispanic voters underscore not just the challenges faced by the Trump administration, but also the broader concerns regarding the Latino community's security and stability in an increasingly precarious political climate.