The Texas test: Latino voters could make or break Trump's midterms

Latino voters are a key US midterm bloc, with their choices in Texas and beyond set to decide close races and test whether Trump's 2024 gains hold. Latino voters are emerging as one of the most closely watched constituencies in the US midterm elections, with their choices potentially influencing the outcome of key races in Texas and offering a broader indication of how US president Donald Trump’s 2024 gains among Hispanic voters are holding up.In Texas, where Latinos account for nearly a third of the eligible electorate, a shift in their support could have consequences for the closely contested Senate and gubernatorial races, as well as several competitive House districts.The political significance extends beyond Texas. Competitive congressional districts in California, Arizona, Florida and Pennsylvania also have substantial Latino populations, meaning even modest changes in voting preferences could affect the balance of power in the House of Representatives. The results could also help establish whether the Republican gains among Latino voters in 2024 represented a lasting political shift or a temporary movement driven by the issues and candidates of that election.Why the Latino v...