Key facts
- Public trust in the U.S. federal government is at an all-time low, with 74% of voters expressing distrust.
- Only 25% of registered voters stated they generally trust the federal government.
- The poll indicates nearly two-thirds of U.S. voters are dissatisfied with the country's direction.
- Distrust is highest among Democrats (83%), followed by Independents (80%) and Republicans (about two-thirds).
- Over half of voters hold a pessimistic outlook on the economy, believing President Trump's economic policies benefit the wealthy.
Public trust in the U.S. federal government has fallen to its lowest point in over two decades, with 74% of registered voters expressing distrust, according to a new Fox News poll. The survey found that only 25% of voters generally trust the federal government, a significant decline from previous years.
The poll, conducted from June 12-15 among 1,002 registered U.S. voters, revealed that nearly two-thirds of Americans are dissatisfied with the country's direction. Distrust levels were highest among Democrats at 83%, followed by Independents at 80%, and about two-thirds of Republicans.
Trust in the federal government has been on a downward trend, reaching a previous record low of 31% in June 2023. Trust levels have not surpassed 40% since the second Obama administration. The poll also indicated that over half of voters hold a pessimistic outlook on the economy, believing President Trump's economic policies primarily benefit those with more money.
President Trump commented on a recent agreement with Tehran, suggesting it averted economic catastrophe and led to a rebound in the stock market and a decrease in crude oil prices. The poll was released as the Trump administration faces challenges related to economic turmoil and upcoming midterm elections.