A recent survey reveals that 42% of Latinos in key states support stricter immigration policies, showcasing the complexity of this population that cannot be boxed into simplistic categories. The election results reflect not only the charisma of a candidate but also the systemic challenges facing the nation in a context of increasing polarization.
Following Trump's victory in the electoral college and popular vote, his triumph in the Rio Grande Valley, previously dominated by Democrats, was analyzed, where he won in all four counties. This radical shift is particularly evident in Starr County, which has a predominantly Mexican population.
The decision by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to send migrants to distant states aimed to highlight that the immigration crisis is a national issue requiring a shared solution. Although criticized as populist and anti-immigrant, this measure exposed tensions between states.
Trump's success in certain sectors, including Latino voters, is due not only to his rhetoric but also to the direct impact of the immigration crisis and the lack of a clear national solution. The prioritization of this issue has led many voters to reconsider their stances.
In the elections, Republicans managed to reverse years of decline in the Latino vote in Texas, achieving 55% support. Trump's connection with this group of voters was based on showing sympathy for new forms of exchange, which Kamala Harris's campaign did not consider.
Immigration has been a crucial point in this election, where it has been argued that Trump's anti-immigrant rhetoric played a decisive role. The arrival of migrants in different states has tested cities' capacity to provide services and housing.
Experts are conducting thorough scrutiny to understand the reasons behind these results, highlighting factors such as inflation, immigration, and, unexpectedly, cryptocurrencies. In a generation characterized by technology, cryptocurrencies present themselves as a tool of empowerment and a means to question the status quo.
