Texans' Views on Trump Administration's Immigration Approach Revealed in New Study
A recent study has shed light on the views of Texans regarding the Trump administration's approach to immigration, with the majority of respondents supporting increased deportations of undocumented immigrants convicted of a felony and more pathways for legal immigration. The survey conducted by the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs found that 87% of Texans support increasing deportations, while 69% back more opportunities for legal immigration.
However, there is significant disagreement among Texans on how to address immigration issues. According to the study, only 62% of white Texans, 42% of Latino Texans, and 23% of Black Texans support the Trump administration's approach, with almost half believing that current policies will reduce crime, one-fourth think it will increase crime, and a quarter saying it has no impact.
The results of the survey are concerning for many Texans, including Lorena, who is legally in Houston but not a U.S. citizen, fearing that the increased enforcement by ICE will put her family at risk. Immigration Attorney Raed Gonzalez notes that when citizens express concerns about their ability to remain in the United States, it indicates a problem with the current system.
Despite disagreements over how to address immigration, Texans across the board prioritize making it a top priority for federal officials. With the number of ICE arrests in the Houston area increasing by 130% from 2024 to 2025, many are questioning the effectiveness and fairness of the Trump administration's approach. As Gonzalez puts it, "We're being bombarded with everything immigration," highlighting the need for a nuanced discussion on this critical issue.
The study's findings serve as a reminder that immigration is a complex and contentious topic in the United States, with different stakeholders having varying opinions on how to address it.
A recent study has shed light on the views of Texans regarding the Trump administration's approach to immigration, with the majority of respondents supporting increased deportations of undocumented immigrants convicted of a felony and more pathways for legal immigration. The survey conducted by the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs found that 87% of Texans support increasing deportations, while 69% back more opportunities for legal immigration.
However, there is significant disagreement among Texans on how to address immigration issues. According to the study, only 62% of white Texans, 42% of Latino Texans, and 23% of Black Texans support the Trump administration's approach, with almost half believing that current policies will reduce crime, one-fourth think it will increase crime, and a quarter saying it has no impact.
The results of the survey are concerning for many Texans, including Lorena, who is legally in Houston but not a U.S. citizen, fearing that the increased enforcement by ICE will put her family at risk. Immigration Attorney Raed Gonzalez notes that when citizens express concerns about their ability to remain in the United States, it indicates a problem with the current system.
Despite disagreements over how to address immigration, Texans across the board prioritize making it a top priority for federal officials. With the number of ICE arrests in the Houston area increasing by 130% from 2024 to 2025, many are questioning the effectiveness and fairness of the Trump administration's approach. As Gonzalez puts it, "We're being bombarded with everything immigration," highlighting the need for a nuanced discussion on this critical issue.
The study's findings serve as a reminder that immigration is a complex and contentious topic in the United States, with different stakeholders having varying opinions on how to address it.
, most people just wanna live their lives without fear of deportation 
. The US needs a more balanced approach, not just deporting folks left and right 
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Texans are super divided about Trump's immigration approach 
... 87% of them want more deportations tho 
but only 62% agree with the way they're doing it 
... what's concerning is that people like Lorena, who just wants to live in peace, are worried about ICE raids 
... and it's not just the deportation thing, but how it affects different communities 
... 42% of Latino Texans don't support the current policies, which is pretty telling 
... otherwise, people will keep getting worried 
. But, like, isn't that a bit harsh? I mean, what's the point of deporting people who've done nothing wrong but are just trying to survive? 
I was talking to a friend earlier who's from Mexico and they were saying how hard it is to get the paperwork done, you know? It feels like we're just throwing people into a system without really thinking about the consequences.
. I was reading something else earlier about how immigration can be a key driver of innovation and economic growth... it makes you wonder if we're just being too rigid in our thinking 
i just read this study about Texans' views on Trump's immigration approach and i'm like shocked 
! 87% of ppl support deporting undocumented immigrants convicted of a felony?! that's crazy 
but at the same time, only 23% of black Texans are down with it? that's so not right 
we need to have more nuanced discussions about this issue ASAP 
and also, what's good with the fact that 69% of ppl support more pathways for legal immigration?! that's like, a win-win 
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. We need a more nuanced approach that considers the complexities of each situation, rather than just relying on rhetoric or partisan politics 
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. I mean, 42% of Latino Texans think the current policies will increase crime? That's crazy talk! My abuela used to tell me stories about her homeland, Mexico, where everyone looks out for each other... I wish we could go back to that kind of community-based approach to immigration 
. And what's up with the increase in ICE arrests? That's scaring the living daylights out of people like Lorena 
. Can't we have a nuanced discussion about this issue instead of just bombarding everyone with news about it?
. But seriously, it's crazy how divided Texans are on this topic - I guess you could say some people just want their immigration issues "purr-fected" 
. On a more serious note, it's interesting that only 23% of Black Texans support the current policies... maybe we need to have a national conversation about how to make our immigration system more inclusive 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around these numbers... 87% of Texans support increased deportations 
. ICE arrests are already way too high... what's the point of deporting people who aren't even hurting anyone? 
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. I mean, I get why people are worried about borders and all that, but some of these policies just seem so harsh. Like, 87% of Texans support increased deportations? That's a big number, you know? And I'm not saying it's all bad, but can't we find a way to make it more... humane? 
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. Lorena's story just broke my heart... I feel for her family. 
. While white Texans support the Trump administration's approach by a significant margin, many members of minority groups are more skeptical. This highlights the need for nuanced discussions that acknowledge these differences and prioritize empathy and understanding.
. We need more discussions like this, not just surface-level conversations 
those funds cud b better spent on actual immigration reform. And whys only 69% support legal immigration tho? cant ppl see how messed up our system is?