Republicans far more likely to say journalists try to manipulate the news

% of U.S. adults who say the following statement comes closest to their view, by party

Note: Survey of 1,057 U.S. adults conducted October 8-12, 2026. Democrats and Republicans include respondents who lean toward each party. Independents are those who do not lean toward either party. Because of rounding and the omission of missing responses, totals may not add to 100 percent.
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