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Politics
Michelly Teixeira

Trump's Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric Divides Nevada Latinos, But Economic Concerns Keep Many on His Side

Trump Hears From Former Undocumented Man, Praises Hispanic Entrepreneurs During Nevada Visit (Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Nevada's Latino community is largely divided over whether to support former President Donald Trump or Kamala Harris as the elections get closer. For some, his economic policies outweigh concerns over his harsh stance on immigration. For others, Trump's inflammatory language and promises of mass deportations remain an insurmountable obstacle.

Javier Barajas, a Las Vegas restaurant owner who previously supported Hillary Clinton and hosted President Joe Biden at one of his five establishments, told The New York Times he now backs Trump due to rising costs of ingredients and fuel, which he largely blames on the Democratic administration. He specifically mentioned the price of eggs, which have tripled over the past years, as a factor.

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