Hispanic voters helped bring Trump to power - in Texas, the tide may be turning
Summary
In Texas, many Hispanic voters supported President Donald Trump in 2024 because of his focus on border security. However, concerns about deportations affecting families and communities are causing some political changes in the region ahead of the midterm elections.Key Facts
- Father Roy Snipes, known as the Cowboy Priest, resisted border wall construction near his chapel in Texas during President Trump’s first term.
- Texas accounted for about one-third of all ICE arrests in the U.S. in July 2026, more than any other state.
- The Rio Grande Valley has a large Hispanic community affected by immigration enforcement, with many families facing deportations.
- Border crossings have dropped to their lowest levels in decades during President Trump’s current term.
- President Trump received a record 55% of Hispanic votes in Texas in the 2024 presidential election.
- Local leaders generally support deporting criminals but are concerned about deporting hardworking, law-abiding people.
- Democrats hope to gain political ground in Texas during the upcoming midterm elections on November 3.
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