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President Donald Trump's approval rating among Hispanics has jumped 10 points in a month, polls from The Economist and YouGov show.
Why It Matters
Trump has routinely touted positive approval ratings and polling. Declines in these numbers could hinder his political clout in an already highly polarized climate as the 2026 midterms approach.
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When Trump returned to the White House in January, he coasted in with high approval figures. But after months marked by economic uncertainty and criticism that his administration has faced over policies like his handling of immigration and recent "big, beautiful bill," Trump has seen a dip.
The up-and-down nature of approval polls can paint a picture of the landscape heading into the 2026 elections, where Democrats hope to regain control of the House and the Senate.
What To Know
Hispanic voters were among the key groups who proved important in securing Trump's victory in the November election. The demographic has generally leaned Democratic, but Trump increased his share of the Hispanic vote from 16 percent in 2016 to 42 percent in 2024.
In the poll on Tuesday, the president's approval rating among Hispanics is 36 percent. His overall approval rating is 41 percent, and his disapproval rating is 55 percent.
The poll was taken from August 1 to August 4 among 1,702 U.S. adults, with a 3.3 percent margin of error.
In previous weeks, the president's approval rating with the key voting bloc was lower and hit 26 percent in a poll taken from July 4 to July 7. That poll surveyed 1,528 U.S. adults and had a 4 percent margin of error.
Trump's recent overall approval ratings have taken a hit as he dipped to second-term lows or near lows.
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What People Are Saying
Political analyst and Florida Atlantic University professor Craig Agranoff told Newsweek via text message Tuesday: "The 10% jump in President Trump's approval rating among Hispanics, as reported in the YouGov poll, is indeed surprising given the context of intensified ICE raids and the administration's hardline immigration policies, which have historically alienated many in this demographic.
"This shift likely reflects a complex interplay of factors, including economic optimism among some Hispanic voters, particularly those who see benefits from Trump's tariff policies or infrastructure initiatives, and a growing acceptance of his deportation rhetoric among a subset concerned about border security. It's also possible that the poll captures a momentary fluctuation rather than a durable trend, as Hispanic voters remain a diverse group with varying priorities. While unexpected, this doesn't necessarily contradict past patterns where Trump has occasionally gained ground with Hispanics on specific issues, even as his overall support wavers."
Dillard University professor and political analyst Robert Collins told Newsweek, also via text message, on Tuesday: "It is not a surprise. Many Hispanics are social conservatives and they agree with his aggressive attacks on anything they consider 'woke.' They agree with his removal of transgender members of the military, his position on abortion, and his closing the border. This is especially true of third and fourth generation Hispanics. Hispanic families who have been in the US for several generations are more likely to be anti-immigration than those whose families are more recent immigrants."
What Happens Next
Further polling will reveal whether the dramatic increase in Hispanic approval is sustainable or subject to reversal, especially as ongoing debates over the economy, immigration and cost of living continue to shape public perception. If Trump and the Republicans maintain or build on these gains, the impact could be decisive in battleground districts and influence policy strategies leading into 2026.
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