Though Longoria did not leave America due to the results of the 2024 presidential election, the Corpus Christi native has been politically active for years. The Flamin’ Hot director co-founded the political action committee Latino Victory Project, as well as campaigned for President Biden and President Barack Obama during their presidential bids.

"I didn't leave because of the political environment. I left because my work took me there," the actress explained, following her previous comments about leaving "this dystopian country."

Eva Longoria, who splits her time between Spain and Mexico with her husband, José Bastón, and their 6-year-old son, Santiago, shared her real reason for leaving the U.S.