Pew poll: Majority say ethics in government have declined under Trump
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 14:01 UTC
- Sources: The Hill
A Pew Research Center survey released on May 2 shows 56 % of U.S. adults believe ethics and honesty in the federal government have worsened since President Trump’s second term began, while fewer say they have improved. The findings reflect growing public skepticism toward the administration.
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