This was surprising to see.
President Donald Trump is facing fresh political turbulence as a new poll shows a major shift among Latino voters — a group that helped power his historic 2024 win.
Poll Shows Sharp Drop in Latino Economic Approval
A survey by Equis and Data for Progress found that 63% of Latino voters now disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, with just 34% approving. That’s a net -29 point rating on one of the most critical issues for voters: the cost of living.
Latinos, who have traditionally leaned Democrat, played a pivotal role in Trump’s victory when he boosted his support from 36% in 2020 to 48% in 2024 — a swing that stunned political analysts. But as the 2026 midterm elections draw closer, that support appears to be slipping.
Voters Feeling the Pinch
The poll, conducted July 7–17 among 1,614 Latino voters, revealed:
- 29% say they are struggling to pay basic expenses.
- Only 1 in 10 report living comfortably.
- 19% no longer see Trump as the strong businessman they once believed he was.
Stephanie Valencia, Equis co-founder, warned: “Neither party should assume they have Latinos locked in. Biden defectors wanted economic relief — if they don’t see it, that support can vanish overnight.”
National Numbers Also Show Warning Signs
A YouGov survey for The Times shows Trump’s national disapproval rising from 52% in April to 57% in July. Another poll from Quantus Insights (July 21–23) found his approval at 47%, with 50% disapproving.
Yet, there’s a silver lining — college-educated voters and even some self-identified liberals have shown growing approval of Trump in the past month, suggesting the political battlefield is far from settled.
Frustration From the Young Working Class
Esteban, a 22-year-old Republican from Texas, told The New York Times:
“The cost of basic needs has skyrocketed. I voted for Trump because he promised to help the working class, but so far, I’m not seeing the benefits.”
Midterms Will Be a Battle for Every Vote
With the 2026 midterms just over a year away, the Latino vote could once again decide the outcome in key swing states. For Trump, the challenge will be winning back economic confidence while fending off relentless Democrat attacks.
Bottom line: The Latino vote is still up for grabs — and whoever wins it could control Washington for years to come.