Hispanic Voters Express Dismay with Trump Administration in New Polls

Tue Nov 25 2025 20:32:57 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Recent surveys reveal growing dissatisfaction among Hispanic adults regarding Trump's handling of the economy and immigration as his second term progresses.

A Pew Research Center survey indicates that a larger portion of Hispanic adults are unhappy with President Trump's administration, particularly concerning economic conditions and immigration policies. The approval ratings among Hispanic voters have notably decreased since early in Trump's second term, with a significant number fearing deportation for themselves or their loved ones. The anxiety regarding their social standing in the U.S. is palpable, reflecting a trend of dissatisfaction that has grown over the past year.

As President Donald Trump approaches the end of his second term's first year, two polls from the Pew Research Center reveal a growing discontent among Hispanic adults regarding his administration's management of the economy and immigration—issues that played a pivotal role during the last elections.

The surveys, which included responses from over 5,000 Hispanic adults in the U.S. conducted in October and September, show a notable deterioration in their feelings about their status within the country. Many express rising concerns that they or their relatives may face deportation, a sentiment that has amplified compared to earlier this year.

Approximately 66% of Hispanic adults disapprove of Trump's immigration policies, while 61% criticize his economic strategies for worsening their circumstances.

While there was a slight shift toward Trump among Hispanic voters in the 2024 elections—43% backing him, up from 35% in 2020—a majority still supported Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Among those Hispanic voters who favored Trump, 81% initially approved of his performance, though this number has dropped to 69% as of now.

Pew's findings resonate with an earlier survey from the Associated Press-NORC Center, indicating a stark decrease in the favorable view of Trump among Hispanic adults—25% now, down from 44% just before he took office in January.

Rising financial stress is a significant concern for many Hispanic voters, who express feeling more vulnerable than other demographic groups in the U.S. Evidence suggests that about two-thirds perceive the situation for Hispanics has worsened over the past year, illustrating a marked increase from 2019's figures.

Immigration policy remains a central issue, with hardline tactics making many Hispanic individuals feel uneasy. The research estimates that 44% of Hispanic adults are immigrants, and more than half report worrying about potential deportation within their communities.

This growing sense of anxiety and dissatisfaction not only reflects current sentiments but also foreshadows potential implications for future elections, where Hispanic voters could play an increasingly pivotal role.