The loss of faith among Hispanic Americans in the American dream is not just a political issue—it reflects broader concerns about identity, safety, and opportunity. While Donald Trump gained 43% of the Hispanic vote in the 2024 election, up from 35% in 2020, the overall sense of optimism about the American dream is fading. As mid-term elections approach, many Hispanics—regardless of their political alignment—are expressing doubts about whether hard work still leads to success in the U.S. Immigration policies, particularly the actions of federal immigration enforcement, are seen as contributing factors. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increasingly targeted individuals without criminal records, and in recent years, federal agents have shot nearly two dozen people—most of them Latinx—according to The New York Times. Cases like those of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Maine have drawn attention to the rising tensions and risks faced by Hispanic communities. These incidents, combined with stricter immigration enforcement, have led many to question their sense of belonging and safety in the U.S. A recent survey by the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) found that only 40% of Hispanic Americans believe the American dream is still achievable, down from 52% just two years ago. The study, which analyzed responses from over 5,000 adults, revealed that factors like national pride, concerns about rights and democratic freedoms, and views on immigration management are strongly linked to this declining belief. Surprisingly, political affiliation was not a significant factor in shaping these opinions. Hispanic Americans across the political spectrum—Republicans, Democrats, and independents—are increasingly feeling isolated, unsafe, and unwelcome. While the percentage of Hispanics identifying as Republicans has nearly doubled since 2013, their approval of how the Trump administration has handled immigration has dropped sharply, from 31% in 2025 to 19% in 2026. Many Hispanics believe that the rise in ICE agents has made their communities less safe, with 68% expressing this concern. National pride has also waned, with only 42% of Hispanics feeling extremely or very proud to be American, compared to 51% of the general population. Other factors, such as concerns about democratic institutions and voting rights, are also shaping these attitudes. Fear of being disenfranchised by strict voter ID laws or misinformation about non-citizen voting has led to a loss of trust in the political system. These concerns are compounded by the proposed SAVE America Act, which could further restrict voting access for some Hispanic voters. Despite these challenges, the survey found that the belief in the American dream’s decline is not solely tied to political alignment, but to deeper issues of belonging and security.