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September 2, 2026
Poll Reveals 90% of Americans See Widespread Government Corruption
- 90% of Americans believe government corruption is widespread, a 10-point increase from last year.
- Perception of corruption is highest among Democrats at 91%, up from 57% in 2024.
- 71% of respondents view the U.S. business sector as corrupt, marking an 18-point rise from last year.
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- Poll shows nearly 90% of Americans believe government corruption is widespreadSep 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM · Washington Post
- Ninety percent of Americans believe government corruption is widespread, poll saysSep 2, 2026 at 4:10 PM · Independent
- Nearly 9 in 10 Americans report widespread government corruption after Trump's returnSep 2, 2026 at 5:45 PM · Axios
- Perceptions of government corruption at record high: GallupSep 2, 2026 at 5:57 PM · The Hill