78% of Americans Believe Social Media Has Too Much Political Influence

Concerns over social media's power and political bias grow, with bipartisan support for increased regulation.

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that 78% of Americans think social media companies exert too much political influence, up from 72% in 2020.
Majority of both Republicans and Democrats agree on the negative impact of social media on politics, although views on political bias diverge.
Bipartisan legislative efforts are underway to regulate social media platforms, including bills focused on children's safety and oversight of tech giants.
Only 10% of Americans view the impact of social media on the country as mostly positive, with a significant majority citing a negative effect.
Calls for more government regulation of tech companies are supported by 51% of Americans, reflecting a stable demand for oversight since 2018.