Staff Reports
The winds of change are swirling through the political landscape as a new survey reveals that former President Donald Trump is making significant headway among Latino and black male voters. Conducted by GenForward at the University of Chicago, this survey of 2,359 eligible voters highlights a noticeable uptick in the appeal of Trump in communities not typically associated with Republican support. Clearly, the more voters peel back the Democratic façade, the more they begin to appreciate what Trump stands for.
Among black men, the survey results show that 14 percent have a favorable view of Trump, with another 25 percent considering him somewhat favorable. Yes, you read that right—the numbers are creeping up. For Latino men, the statistics are even more eye-opening: 18 percent expressed a “very favorable” view of Trump, while 30 percent consider him somewhat favorable. This rising support suggests that many voters are starting to realize that the Trump administration’s policies may have benefited them directly, despite the mainstream media’s attempts to paint a different picture.
Trump is SURGING amongst black and hispanic men. 🚀💥 This is wild. This is actually crazy. Black: 25% (vs 10% in 2020). Hispanic: 44% (vs 38% in 2020). And many are still not disclosing their preference for Trump to pollsters. pic.twitter.com/HK3v51sj90
— Ben B@dejo (@BenTelAviv) October 24, 2024
In comparison, Vice President Kamala Harris didn’t fare nearly as well in the same survey. Only 28 percent of black men hold a very favorable opinion of her, with an additional 33 percent somewhat favorable. Meanwhile, Latino men show similar lackluster enthusiasm toward Harris, with just 13 percent expressing a favorable view and only 25 percent somewhat favorable. Clearly, the spotlight is shining on the Republican frontrunner while Harris seems to be getting a little dimmer in the eyes of the electorate.
A recent New York Times / Siena College poll sheds further light on the diminishing support for the Democratic ticket, especially among Latino voters. In just a few years, from 2016’s 68 percent down to 56 percent now, it’s clear that the Democratic Party’s stranglehold on this demographic is loosening. Meanwhile, Trump’s support from Latino voters has surged from 28 percent in 2016 to an impressive 37 percent today. Perhaps this shift indicates a growing recognition among Latino voters that they deserve better than the tired narratives from the left.
This newfound support is not going unnoticed. Trump recently participated in a roundtable discussion with Latino leaders, where he was met with a standing ovation, a clear indication that he’s resonating with these communities on a deeper level. Whether this indicates a sea change in the 2024 elections or simply a momentary blip remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: as Latinos and black men begin to see through the Democrats’ smoke and mirrors, it seems they might just be ready to take a second look at Trump and what he has to offer.
