Overview

• A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that 78% of Americans think social media companies exert too much political influence, up from 72% in 2020.
• Majority of both Republicans and Democrats agree on the negative impact of social media on politics, although views on political bias diverge.
• Bipartisan legislative efforts are underway to regulate social media platforms, including bills focused on children's safety and oversight of tech giants.
• Only 10% of Americans view the impact of social media on the country as mostly positive, with a significant majority citing a negative effect.
• Calls for more government regulation of tech companies are supported by 51% of Americans, reflecting a stable demand for oversight since 2018.