Former U.S. President Donald Trump chose to hold a rally in Hialeah, a predominantly Hispanic/Latino city in Florida, while other Republican candidates debate in Miami. According to a report by NBC News, the choice of Hialeah is part of Trump’s ongoing efforts to win the Latino vote in Florida, especially among Cuban-Americans, Venezuelans, Nicaraguans and Colombians.

Hialeah is a blue-collar city that has a population of more than 95% Latino, with the majority of residents being recent immigrants. Spanish is the dominant language in the city, which has grown rapidly since the 1960s, attracting immigrants from Cuba and other Latin American countries. Residents of Hialeah have a variety of opinions about Trump, with some valuing his economic policies while others express concerns about his policies toward Cuba.

Hialeah’s choice for Trump’s rally is due to his strong performance in the area in 2020, when he gained more support among Latino voters. Trump and his administration have focused on appealing to Florida’s Hispanic voter groups by addressing issues such as Cuba, Venezuela and the economy.

Despite accusations of fraud and questionable conduct by Trump at the state and federal level, many Latino voters seem indifferent to these issues, focusing more on his policies and economic achievements.

Florida's current governor, Ron DeSantis, who is also a Republican, has attracted support for his “family values”, but many still prefer Trump due to his domestic and international “experience”, as well as his approach to avoiding international conflict.

It is important to highlight the position of Republicans in Florida, with Trump leading in polls among Latino voters in the state. Biden's campaign plans to use billboards in Hialeah to attack ‘MAGA Republicans” and highlight the high costs, restrictions on freedoms and special interests. While the Biden administration argues that its policies have benefited Latinos, Trump voters in Miami-Dade County remember better times during Trump's presidency and seek stability in the United States, according to the report.

Republican strategist Bertica Cabrera Morris emphasizes that Latinos feel safe with Trump, appreciating his outspokenness, especially in times of international conflict, and valuing his economic policies. She notes that many Latinos in Florida come from countries with problems of violence and economic crises, and are looking for stability in the U.S. She points out, however, that it is important to wait for the primaries, as polls may not accurately reflect the final result.