Former President Donald Trump is making notable gains among Hispanic voters, which could play a crucial role in the upcoming election in November, according to a recent New York Times/Siena College poll. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris appears to be losing ground with this crucial demographic.
The poll reveals that a significant portion of Hispanic voters, including those born outside the United States, are not deterred by Trump’s tough stance on illegal immigration. Specifically, 51% of Hispanic respondents born in other countries believe that Trump’s rhetoric about deporting illegal immigrants does not pertain to them. This sentiment is even stronger among Hispanic voters born in the U.S., with 67% feeling that Trump’s comments do not target them.
Despite efforts by Democrats to portray Trump’s immigration policies as hostile, the poll shows that only 40% of Hispanic respondents born outside the U.S. think his tough immigration stance is aimed at them. Overall, 30% of Hispanic voters share this belief.
Harris, who previously held a commanding lead among Hispanic voters, is now experiencing a significant decline in support. She led Trump by 19 percentage points (56% to 37%) within this demographic, marking a noticeable drop compared to previous election cycles.
In the 2016 presidential election, Democrats had a substantial 40-point lead (68% to 28%) with Hispanic voters, and in 2020, they maintained a 26-point advantage (62% to 36%), according to the poll.
The shifting dynamics among Hispanic voters could have significant implications for both campaigns as the election approaches.
