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Most adults feel the need to limit political news consumption due to fatigue and information overload

While 4 in 10 adults approve of small businesses expressing an opinion about political issues, only about a quarter approve of celebrities, professional athletes, or large companies speaking out on political issues.

Economics

Negativity about the national economy persists, but Republicans are optimistic about improvements in 2025

Two-thirds of the public say the current national economy is poor. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe the economy will improve in 2025.

Politics

Few are confident in Trump’s ability to assemble a qualified cabinet

About half of adults lack confidence in Trump’s ability to effectively manage the White House, government spending, and military.

Politics

Views toward Trump cabinet appointees are highly partisan

More adults disapprove than approve of nominees like Pete Hegseth and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., though many do not know enough to have an opinion.

Politics

Adults are twice as likely to disapprove than approve of President Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter

Although the decision to pardon his son is unpopular, President Biden’s overall job approval remains fairly steady at 39%.

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Most adults feel the need to limit political news consumption due to fatigue and information overload

Negativity about the national economy persists, but Republicans are optimistic about improvements in 2025

Few are confident in Trump’s ability to assemble a qualified cabinet

Views toward Trump cabinet appointees are highly partisan

Adults are twice as likely to disapprove than approve of President Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter