More Americans say Trump has prioritized his personal business interests than the country as a whole

When it comes to allegations that he has profited from the presidency, 41% believe President Trump has done something illegal and 18% think his actions have been unethical but not illegal. Another 18% feel he’s done nothing wrong.

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Americans and the News Media: What they do – and don’t – understand about each other

This study from The Media Insight Project, a collaboration between the American Press Institute and The AP-NORC Center, explores disconnects, and common ground, between the public and journalists about the media’s priorities and practices.

Trust in Trump’s decision making on the use of military force overseas is low

Fifty-six percent of the public has little or no trust in Trump’s judgment regarding the use of military force overseas. Still, 80% continue to be at least moderately concerned about the direct threat of Iran’s nuclear program to…

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Most blame President Trump for higher prices and are unhappy with how he is handling the economy

Seventy-one percent disapprove of how Trump is handling Iran while his approval on immigration remains steady at 39%.

Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental consequences of AI

The public is also concerned about the impact of data centers on electricity prices, power outages, and water supply and supports policies regulating their development.

State of the Facts 2026

Public trust in information from the federal government has declined across a range of major issues compared with 2024.

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