Republican Leaders Express Discontent With Trump's Hispanic Support

WHO:

CNN - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) directly addresses President Trump in her campaign ad, stating, “Be careful what your advisers are telling you about immigration policy.”

Alternet - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) previously criticized Trump’s immigration policies on social media, specifically mentioning a deal with acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez, which she called a “scheme” and referred to Rodriguez as an “acting dictator.”

CNN - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) directly addresses President Trump in her campaign ad.

Alternet - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) states, “You can be for immigration when Lincoln was for slavery and Reagan was for communism.”

Alternet - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) states, “Mr. President, some of your immigration enforcement efforts have gone too far.”

CNN - Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar expresses discontent with President Trump.

Alternet - Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) directly addresses President Trump in her campaign ad.

WHAT:

CNN - Salazar's ad states that "the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today."

Fox News - A Fox News poll indicates that Trump's immigration approval has dropped to 43%.

Fox News - The poll also reveals that 53% of voters believe ICE enforcement has crossed the line, nearly erasing the GOP's edge.

CNN - Salazar's ad claims that “the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today.”

CNN - In August, ICE took around 51,000 people into custody, setting a new high under the second Trump administration.

CNN - The previous high for ICE detentions was more than 46,000 people in July.

Fox News - A Fox News poll indicates that 53% of voters believe ICE enforcement has crossed the line, which is a new statistic not previously mentioned.

CNN - Salazar states that “the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today.”

Fox News - Salazar's ad declares that Trump has “gone too far” with his immigration enforcement efforts.

Fox News - Salazar claims that 50% of the 50,000 people detained by ICE in July had no criminal record.

Fox News - A Fox News poll finds Trump's immigration approval at 43%, and 53% of voters say ICE enforcement has gone too far, nearly erasing the GOP's edge.

CNN - Salazar claims that “the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today.”

CNN - Salazar emphasizes she is not asking for “amnesty” but for immigrants to have a “dignified life in this promised land.”

CNN - The Department of Homeland Security inspector general released a report revealing that Florida’s detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz” briefly held nearly 80 immigrant detainees in small metal enclosures.

CNN - Salazar states that Hispanic voters feel betrayed by Trump due to his immigration agenda.

CNN - Salazar claims that 50% of the people detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in July had no criminal record.

CNN - ICE took around 51,000 people into custody in August, setting a new high under the second Trump administration.

Alternet - Salazar declares in her ad that Trump has “gone too far” with his immigration enforcement efforts.

Alternet - Salazar mentions that in July, 50% of the 50,000 people detained had no criminal record.

WHERE:

CNN - Salazar is running for re-election in Florida’s 27th Congressional District, which includes parts of Miami-Dade County.

CNN - The district voted for Trump by nearly 15 points in the 2024 presidential race.

CNN - Florida had several agencies participating in the 287(g) program, the most of any state.

WHEN:

CNN - The ad was released just months ahead of the midterms.

CNN - The previous high for ICE detentions was more than 46,000 people in July.

WHY:

Alternet - Salazar's ad reflects a major blow to the already fragile image of unity Republicans have been struggling to maintain as division over Trump’s unpopular policies has grown.

CNN - There is growing discontent among Republican lawmakers who see midterm polls indicating that Trump’s policies are harming their electoral chances, leading some GOP candidates to remove Trump’s name from their campaign materials.

Alternet - Salazar's ad reflects a growing discontent among Republican lawmakers who see midterm polls indicating that Trump’s policies are harming their electoral chances, leading some GOP candidates to remove Trump’s name from their campaign materials.

CNN - Salazar's ad reflects growing discontent among Republican lawmakers who recognize that Trump’s policies may be harming their electoral chances.

Alternet - Salazar's ad reflects a major blow to the already fragile image of unity Republicans have been struggling to maintain as division over Trump’s unpopular policies has grown.

Alternet - Salazar's ad reflects growing discontent among Republican lawmakers who recognize that Trump’s policies may be harming their electoral chances.

CNN - There is increased concern among Republicans that they may be losing ground with Latino voters who supported Trump in the 2024 presidential race.

CNN - Salazar's ad reflects a major political fissure within the Republican Party over immigration policy.

HOW:

CNN - The Department of Homeland Security inspector general released a report revealing that Florida’s detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz” was closed over the summer.

CNN - Salazar's ad includes a breakdown of detainees with no criminal convictions or pending charges, revealing the record pace at which ICE agents are arresting people.

CNN - The Department of Homeland Security inspector general released a scathing report revealing that Florida’s detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz” briefly held nearly 80 immigrant detainees in small metal enclosures.

CNN - Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has defended the administration’s immigration enforcement efforts, posting photos of deportation flights.

CNN - Salazar's ad addresses Trump directly, urging him to reconsider his immigration policies.

CNN - The Department of Homeland Security inspector general released a report revealing issues at Florida’s detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz.”

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 14:58 UTC)

A new ad from Salazar claims that "the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today," highlighting a significant shift in sentiment among key voter demographics. Meanwhile, a Fox News poll shows that Trump's immigration approval has dropped to 43%, with 53% of voters believing that ICE enforcement has crossed the line, which could diminish the GOP's advantage. Adding to the turmoil, the Department of Homeland Security inspector general recently reported that Florida’s detention facility, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” was closed over the summer.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 13:02 UTC)

In a recent campaign ad, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar from Florida directly addressed Trump, cautioning him to be mindful of the advice he receives regarding immigration policy, as many Hispanics who supported him in 2024 now feel betrayed. The ad comes amid a surge in ICE detentions, with around 51,000 people taken into custody in August, surpassing the previous high of over 46,000 in July. Additionally, a report from the Department of Homeland Security inspector general highlighted troubling conditions at Florida’s detention facility, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” where nearly 80 immigrant detainees were briefly held in small metal enclosures.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 04:58 UTC)

Representative Maria Elvira Salazar from Florida has publicly criticized Trump’s immigration policies, specifically calling a deal with acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez a “scheme” and labeling Rodriguez an “acting dictator.” Meanwhile, a new Fox News poll shows that 53% of voters believe ICE enforcement has crossed the line, highlighting a shift in public sentiment. This growing discontent among Republican lawmakers is reflected in Salazar's ad, as many GOP candidates are distancing themselves from Trump’s policies amid concerns that they could hurt their electoral chances.

(UPDATED September 17, 2026 23:57 UTC)

In a bold move, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar from Florida directly addresses Trump in her latest campaign ad, expressing that “the same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed today.” Salazar criticizes Trump for his immigration enforcement, claiming that half of the 50,000 individuals detained by ICE in July had no criminal record, and her ad highlights the rapid pace at which ICE is arresting people. This message reflects a growing concern among Republican lawmakers who fear that Trump's policies could jeopardize their electoral prospects.

(UPDATED September 17, 2026 22:58 UTC)

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar from Florida has sparked controversy with her statement comparing support for immigration to historical support for slavery and communism. A recent Fox News poll shows that Trump's immigration approval stands at 43%, while 53% of voters believe ICE enforcement has gone too far, highlighting a significant shift in public sentiment that threatens the GOP's traditional advantage. Adding to the turmoil, the Department of Homeland Security inspector general has released a report criticizing Florida's detention facility, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” for briefly holding nearly 80 immigrant detainees in small metal enclosures.

(UPDATED September 17, 2026 17:01 UTC)

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar from Florida has publicly criticized President Trump, stating that some of his immigration enforcement efforts have gone too far and expressing that the same Hispanics who supported him in 2024 now feel betrayed. Salazar emphasized that she is not advocating for amnesty, but rather for immigrants to have a dignified life in the United States, while a recent report from the Department of Homeland Security revealed that Florida’s detention facility, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” briefly held nearly 80 immigrant detainees in small metal enclosures. In response to the growing discontent among Republican lawmakers regarding Trump’s policies, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin defended the administration's actions by sharing photos of deportation flights.

(UPDATED September 17, 2026 16:02 UTC)

Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar has voiced her discontent with Trump, stating in a campaign ad that Hispanic voters feel betrayed by his immigration agenda. She claims that in July, half of the 50,000 people detained by ICE had no criminal record, and she emphasizes that Trump's immigration enforcement efforts have gone too far. Salazar's ad, released just months before the midterms, highlights a growing concern among Republicans about losing support from Latino voters who previously backed Trump.