Trump’s bounce among Hispanics can benefit him in the midterm elections 

Published January 26, 2026 5:00am ET



It has recently been a bad stretch for President Donald Trump, perhaps the worst of his second term. But recent polls showing a bump in support from Hispanic voters might offer a path forward.

The latest Emerson College survey has Trump’s approval rate surging among Hispanic voters. Emerson found that 43.3% of Hispanics approved of the president’s performance, up 15 points from last month. Results from the latest New York Times/Siena poll show a similar movement, with Trump’s standing among Hispanics rising by 13 points since December.

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