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Trump Gains Historic Latino Support Amid Economic Concerns

1/14/2026

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In 2024, U.S. President Donald Trump won 48% of Latino voters, the highest for a Republican in 50 years.
A survey by the U.S. Hispanic Business Council shows over 70% of Hispanic business owners now prioritize the cost-of-living crisis.
Trump's economic claims have not materialized; inflation remains 2.7%.
Recent polls show a shift among Hispanic voters, with economic performance likely to influence the upcoming U.S. midterm elections.

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Story summary

In 2024, U.S. President Donald Trump won 48% of Latino voters, the highest for a Republican in 50 years.
A survey by the U.S. Hispanic Business Council shows over 70% of Hispanic business owners now prioritize the cost-of-living crisis.
Trump's economic claims have not materialized; inflation remains 2.7%.
Recent polls show a shift among Hispanic voters, with economic performance likely to influence the upcoming U.S. midterm elections.