Majority of Americans Distrust Media Accuracy as Election Approaches

Recent polls reveal deep concerns over misinformation and biased reporting in media coverage of the 2024 election.

Over 80% of Americans express concerns about the potential for inaccurate or biased media coverage in the upcoming election.
A significant number of respondents fear the influence of unverified information and AI-generated content in news reports.
Trust in media has declined sharply, with a notable increase in skepticism since the 2018 Kavanaugh controversy and 2020 election coverage.
Media outlets are urged to improve transparency and community engagement to rebuild trust.
Voters across the political spectrum desire more balanced and substantive coverage of election issues and candidates.