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Poll: Latino Voters Prioritize Economy Ahead of 2026

11/4/2025

Summary

Latino Voters Prioritize Economy

The Unidos Bipartisan Poll of 3,000 Latino voters shows economic concerns lead ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with 53% citing cost of living and inflation.
Jobs and housing follow at 36% and 32%, while immigration is 20%.
Sixty-five percent say U.S. President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans are not doing enough.
The poll shows 52% would support a Democratic candidate and 28% a Republican, signaling a shift since 2024.

Summary

Trump's Policies Impact Elections

The Virginia race and New Jersey contest gauge public sentiment toward U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration and could influence the 2026 midterms.
In Virginia, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) emphasizes the economic fallout from Trump's cuts for federal workers.
Winsome Earle-Sears (R-VA) argues Virginia's economy remains stable under GOP leadership.
In New Jersey, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.) critiques Trump's management while facing Jack Ciattarelli.
California's Proposition 50 aims to redraw maps.

History

Historical Context

The COVID-19 pandemic, declared a global crisis in early 2020, led to severe economic repercussions in the U.S., with 40 million unemployment claims filed by April. This economic strain has heightened concerns among Latino voters, with 53% prioritizing inflation ahead of the 2026 midterms, potentially shifting political allegiances as dissatisfaction with Trump's policies grows.

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Latino Voters Prioritize Economy

The Unidos Bipartisan Poll of 3,000 Latino voters shows economic concerns lead ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with 53% citing cost of living and inflation.
Jobs and housing follow at 36% and 32%, while immigration is 20%.
Sixty-five percent say U.S. President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans are not doing enough.
The poll shows 52% would support a Democratic candidate and 28% a Republican, signaling a shift since 2024.

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