Americans’ perceptions of government corruption in the U.S. are at their highest level in 20 years, with 89% of U.S. adults saying it is widespread.

Americans’ perceptions of government corruption in the U.S. are at their highest level in 20 years, with 89% of U.S. adults saying it is widespread.

That figure is up 10 percentage points from last year and well above readings in the 72% to 79% range between 2010 and 2025. pic.twitter.com/829dxi4TVm

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