CNN: Trump Sees “Massive” Decline in Latino Support
*During Monday’s (11-17-25) segment on CNN’s “News Central,” chief data analyst Harry Enten revealed a sharp drop in President Donald Trump‘s approval among Latino voters—especially on immigration. Enten called the reversal “massive,” highlighting that Trump is now 38 points underwater with Latinos on the issue.
That’s a dramatic shift from late 2024, when Trump was nearly tied with Kamala Harris in Latino trust on immigration policy. The numbers come from a mix of polling sources, including CBS News, YouGov, and CNN’s own aggregates.
Latino Voters Turn on Trump Over Immigration Enforcement
According to a UCLA report cited during the broadcast, 90% of ICE arrests during the first six months of Trump’s second term targeted Latino individuals. These figures have raised fears of racial profiling and family separations across Latino communities nationwide.
Enten noted that Latino voters were key to Trump’s 2024 success, where he captured 48% of their vote—up significantly from previous cycles. But now, immigration concerns appear to be undoing those gains, particularly in states with large Latino populations like New Jersey, Texas, and Arizona.
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Polling Breakdown Shows Deep Erosion Since 2024
Enten presented aggregated data showing a net 36-point shift in Latino sentiment on immigration between October 2024 and November 2025. Here’s the key data breakdown:
- Net Immigration Approval (Latinos): -2 in Oct 2024 → -38 in Nov 2025
- Overall Net Approval (Latinos): -2 in Feb 2025 → -34 now
- Polling average shift: 20–30 points down across major pollsters
Enten summed it up bluntly: “Latinos despise, hate Donald Trump.” He emphasized that these numbers are consistent across multiple surveys, not just one poll or region.
Recent Gubernatorial Races Show Latino-Led Swings
Democratic gubernatorial wins in places like Union City, New Jersey (+52-point shift) and Manassas Park, Virginia (+22-point shift) reveal how much the Latino vote has shifted since 2024. Enten argued that ignoring this trend is a political “fantasyland” for Republicans hoping to avoid backlash down-ballot.
The warning is clear: Trump’s hardline immigration agenda may energize Democratic voters and alienate swing Latino voters, even in areas he once flipped. These trends may reshape battleground races in 2026 and beyond.
ICE Crackdowns and Legal Changes Drive Fear
The Trump administration’s renewed focus on mass deportations has contributed heavily to the shift. A UCLA study found that 9 out of 10 ICE arrests in 2025 targeted Latinos. Additionally, a recent Supreme Court ruling now allows immigration agents to consider race, language, and location during stops, intensifying community concerns.
What once appealed as “tough on the border” is now being viewed as a direct threat by many Latino families. These policies are believed to be triggering the sharp backlash seen in polling and election results.
Economic Trade-Off No Longer Enough for Latino Voters
In 2024, many Latino voters sided with Trump over economic dissatisfaction. But as Enten pointed out, that support is evaporating as immigration takes center stage. “Whatever Donald Trump is doing in office, in the minds of Latinos, it is not working.”
Polls show that even traditional strengths for Trump—like the economy and crime—are no longer enough to offset dissatisfaction on immigration. His overall net approval among Latinos has dropped 32–34 points since early 2025.
Public and Political Reaction to CNN Segment
Enten’s segment quickly went viral, especially his stunned reaction and the New York Post’s coverage echoing his remarks. On X (formerly Twitter), users debated the fallout. Some warned of “game over” for Trump’s reelection plans. Others argued the media was exaggerating Latino dissatisfaction.
Democrats hailed the data as proof that their messaging is working. Trump allies downplayed the numbers as biased or short-term. But if the trend continues, it could shift the political map in battleground states heading into 2026.
What This Means Heading Into 2026
Historically, Latino voters have leaned Democratic—Joe Biden won 65% in 2020—but Trump’s 2024 gains made them a competitive force. Now, with ICE crackdowns and court rulings weighing heavily, those gains are reversing fast.
Enten warned that if Republicans don’t address the immigration backlash, they risk losing not just Latino support, but entire swing states. For now, Trump’s approval hovers near 38–39%, and Latino voters may be the difference in what happens next.
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