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Latino voters are calling for action and accountability just 100 days into Donald Trump’s second term, according to a new national poll commissioned by the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) and Voto Latino Foundation.

“The poll makes clear that Latino voters are engaged, informed, and ready to hold leaders accountable across the board,” an LCF email said.

The survey shows that many Latino voters are frustrated with the lack of economic progress, citing inflation, cost of living, and safety as top concerns. Younger Latinos and Latino men —groups that gave Trump notable support in 2024— reported particular dissatisfaction with the state of the economy.

“This poll makes one thing clear: Latino voters from 2024 are paying close attention and are not afraid to hold leaders accountable,” said Julián Castro, CEO of the Latino Community Foundation, in a press release. “At LCF, we are listening closely to the voices of our communities, and what we’re hearing is deep concern about the cost of living and the lack of real solutions. Economic relief was promised, and our community is still waiting. The Latino vote is not a blank check.”

Here are some of the poll findings from a press release about the poll:

• A strong majority —63% of Latino voters— say Trump has gone too far on immigration.

• Trump’s approval rating fell to 39%, falling below his 2024 vote share.

• Latino voters overwhelmingly report feelings of worry, fear, and anger as they reflect on the early months of the Trump Administration.

• Economic pain is top of mind. Two-thirds cite inflation as their top concern. This issue resonates particularly with younger Latinos and Latino men—groups where Trump made notable gains in 2024.

• Trump’s campaign pledge to bring down inflation has not materialized. In fact, 68% of respondents believe the economy is getting worse, not better.

• While some Latino voters are still taking a "wait-and-see" approach, the data show signs of shifting tides. Trump’s approval rating now trails his 2024 support, and congressional Republicans are losing ground, trailing Democrats by 17 points (56% to 39%) in the generic ballot.

“Latino voters are feeling the pressure every day, from rising prices to growing concerns about their safety,” said María Teresa Kumar, Co-Founder and President of Voto Latino Foundation. “This poll captures a community that trusted promises of economic relief and stability, but instead sees a country moving in the wrong direction. Latino families aren’t just worried. They are mobilizing, staying informed, and ready to demand leaders who will deliver real change.”

The poll was conducted from April 10-14 and polled 1,000 Latino voters who said they voted in the 2024 election. The margin of error was ±3.1 percentage points.

Editor’s Note: The Latino Community Foundation was a 2024 inaugural funder of The Latino Newsletter. All our editorial work is independent of any funding. More about our editorial independence and donor transparency here.

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