GOP Congresswoman Criticizes Trump’s Immigration Policies in New Campaign Ad

GOP congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar calls Trump's immigration enforcement 'too far' in new ad, highlighting Hispanic voter concerns.

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, United States — A Republican congresswoman from Florida has criticized former President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement strategies in a new campaign ad, stating that some of his efforts have gone beyond acceptable limits.

In the ad, Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, a Cuban-American representative, expressed concern over the treatment of undocumented individuals, noting that 50% of those detained in July had no criminal records. She urged the president to reconsider his policies and warned that many Hispanic voters who supported him in 2024 now feel disillusioned.

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Salazar, who grew up in Miami’s Little Havana, has long advocated for a more humane approach to immigration. She emphasized the need to provide legal status to undocumented workers who have lived in the U.S. for years, paid taxes, and maintained clean records. Her comments reflect a growing divide within the GOP as midterm elections approach.

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