'Anyone but Trump': Republicans face Latino backlash over immigration raids
DORAL, United States — For nearly two years, US President Donald Trump's heavy-handed deportation drive has sowed fear in immigrant communities and created a flood of grim headlines and social media videos. Now, with midterm elections looming, many Latino voters who helped propel Trump and his Republican Party to power in 2024 say they are fed up. In southern Florida's Doral, a mostly Latino…
Doral, a predominantly Latino community in southern Florida near Miami, has witnessed a backlash against former President Donald Trump over his immigration policies ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The once-strong support for Trump has turned sour as residents grapple with the fear of potential raids and the consequences of his actions.
Maria Fernanda Perez, a restaurant owner in Doral, expressed her disappointment with Trump's policies. She initially voted for him, hoping that his presidency would lead to economic improvement. However, three of her employees have stopped coming to work due to fears of deportation, resulting in a 40% drop in sales and a decrease in customer footfall.
The community, known as "Doralzuela," is home to a significant Venezuelan population and could serve as an indicator of shifting Latino sentiments across the country. The fear of deportation and uncertainty surrounding Trump's presidency have caused a ripple effect, impacting businesses and educational institutions in the area.
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