The Documentary Podcast The president’s path: Trump’s Latino base
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Aug 15, 2025 Courtney Subramanian, an assistant editor focused on the Latino vote, and Bernd Debusmann Jr., a senior reporter covering economic concerns, delve into Trump's evolving relationship with Latino voters. They discuss how economic policies and immigration stances could impact voter behavior in the upcoming midterms. The conversation highlights the complexities of Latino political identity and the urgent need for candidates to address issues like healthcare and inflation, while also exploring the consequences of insufficient outreach by the White House.
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Unprecedented Latino Swing To Trump
- Donald Trump made unprecedented gains with Latino voters in 2024, shifting long-standing patterns.
- That swing helped him win key states and altered the classic Democratic advantage with this bloc.
Economy Drove The Shift
- Economic concerns, especially inflation and cost of living, were key drivers of Latino movement toward Trump.
- Polling shows roughly a third of Latino Trump supporters may not be locked into voting Republican next midterms.
Demonstrate Quick Economic Wins
- Show tangible economic improvement quickly to retain Latino support ahead of the midterms.
- Without clear gains on inflation and cost of living, the administration risks losing those voters.