Summary
President Donald Trump's approval rating among Hispanic and Latino voters has increased, according to a new poll by Emerson College. His net approval with this group improved from -29.7 points in December 2025 to -2.1 points in January 2026. Despite the increase, more Hispanic and Latino voters still disapprove of Trump than approve.
Key Facts
- President Trump's approval rating among Hispanic and Latino voters improved significantly from December 2025 to January 2026.
- In the latest poll, 43.3% of Hispanic and Latino voters approved of Trump, while 45.4% disapproved.
- The poll conducted in January 2026 surveyed 1,000 likely voters with a margin of error of ±3 percentage points.
- Trump’s increased support among Hispanic voters helped him win key states like Arizona and Nevada in the 2024 election.
- Despite the increase, other polls show varied results, with some indicating lower support for Trump among Hispanic voters.
- The YouGov and The Economist poll showed Trump with a -15 net approval among Hispanic voters.
- Historically, Hispanic and Latino voters have supported Democratic candidates more, but recent elections show a more divided preference.
