Gallup: Perceived U.S. Government Corruption Reaches Two-Decade High
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A Gallup survey finds 89% of Americans view government corruption as widespread—a 20-year high—driven mainly by Democrats (about 91%) and independents (around 90%) after Trump’s return, with Republicans near 80%. The increase signals deepening distrust in federal institutions amid concerns over conflicts of interest and foreign influence, including Trump’s business ties and gifts. The report notes the United States now tops perceived corruption among OECD members, a striking contrast with some other developed nations; Gallup has polled 1,000+ Americans annually since 2005 to track these trends.
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