Donald Trump boasts of support from Mexicans and Latinos despite a drop in approval ratings due to his immigration policy

United States President Donald Trump defended his administration's immigration policy amid criticism and a reported drop in approval ratings among Mexican and Latino voters. Speaking publicly, Trump justified ongoing deportations by stating that they are actions the government is obligated to carry out.

The defense of these immigration measures highlights political friction surrounding the administration's border enforcement strategies, specifically regarding their impact on traditionally crucial demographic groups and their corresponding support levels.