With an ad aimed at Trump, this Republican exposed GOP angst about Latino voters

Rep María Elvira Salazar, a Republican from Florida, has released an ad warning President Trump that his stance on immigration is "gone too far." The ad, which features Rep Salazar, reflects growing concerns among some Republicans that their gains with Latino voters could be at risk.

The ad, which was filmed in September, shows Rep Salazar speaking directly to the camera, saying, "I've been a strong supporter of President Trump, but I have to tell you, I'm getting a little tired of his rhetoric on immigration." She then warns the president that his policies could "cost us the Latino vote" in the next election.

Rep Salazar's ad is part of a larger trend of Republican politicians speaking out against President Trump's immigration policies. In recent months, several high-profile Republicans have criticized the president's stance on immigration, including Sen Susan Collins and Sen Lindsey Graham.

The Republican Party has long struggled to connect with Latino voters, who are a critical demographic in many key battleground states. In 2020, the party lost several Latino-heavy congressional districts in Florida, and many Republicans are worried that their gains with this group could be at risk in the next election.

Despite the growing concerns, Rep Salazar's ad is seen as a calculated move to distance herself from President Trump and appeal to Latino voters. By speaking out against the president's policies, Rep Salazar is trying to position herself as a more moderate voice within the Republican Party.

The ad has sparked a heated debate within the Republican Party, with some accusing Rep Salazar of being a "traitor" for speaking out against President Trump. However, others see her ad as a necessary step to protect the party's interests and appeal to a critical demographic.