Americans' Trust in Mass Media, 1972-2026
In general, how much trust and confidence do you have in the mass media — such as newspapers, TV and radio — when it comes to reporting the news fully, accurately and fairly — a great deal, a fair amount, not very much or none at all?
Line graph showing Americans’ trust in mass media from 1972 to 2026. In 2026, 33% express trust in the news media. Trust has declined from the first reading of 68% in 1972.
