Tuning out: Why many Americans are sick of the news – especially Trump news
A growing number of Americans are experiencing news fatigue, leading them to avoid news coverage, particularly stories about President Donald Trump. According to a poll by the Media Insight Project, about 60% of respondents try to avoid news about Trump, either often or sometimes. This trend reflects broader frustration with the constant stream of negative and overwhelming news.
- ▪About six in 10 Americans try to avoid news about President Donald Trump, according to the Media Insight Project.
- ▪31% of respondents often avoid news stories about Trump, while 32% sometimes avoid them.
- ▪News fatigue is driven by a constant flow of negative headlines, including wars, political violence, economic concerns, and government dysfunction.
- ▪Political polarization and media saturation are contributing to public disengagement from news coverage.
- ▪President Trump remains a central figure in many news stories, even those involving non-political topics like airlines and sports.
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Media Buzz Tuning out: Why many Americans are sick of the news – especially Trump news Poll reveals news fatigue is driving Americans to tune out the deluge By Howard Kurtz Fox News Published May 4, 2026 3:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video 'Pretty stunning': Data shows political division is a top concern for Americans 'Common Ground': UNITE CEO Tim Shriver analyzes the alarming rise of political polarization in America on 'Special Report.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! We are all drowning in polls.
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