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Texas GOP Struggles to Retain Latino Voters Amid Immigration Fear

2/15/2026

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Texas Republicans face challenges maintaining Latino voter support amid U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
Representative Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) previously backed deportation, but now calls for reform to address labor shortages in construction and agriculture.
Aggressive enforcement has created fear among legal immigrants and reduced their willingness to work.
Construction industry leaders say the current approach causes significant issues, and constituents doubt timely action from GOP leaders.

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Texas Republicans face challenges maintaining Latino voter support amid U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
Representative Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas) previously backed deportation, but now calls for reform to address labor shortages in construction and agriculture.
Aggressive enforcement has created fear among legal immigrants and reduced their willingness to work.
Construction industry leaders say the current approach causes significant issues, and constituents doubt timely action from GOP leaders.