Americans' Confidence in Judicial System Hits Record Low at 35%

A Gallup poll reveals a sharp 24-point decline in trust in U.S. courts over four years, reflecting dissatisfaction across political lines.

Trust in the U.S. judicial system has fallen to 35%, the lowest level recorded in two decades, according to a Gallup poll conducted from June to August 2024.
The 24-point drop since 2020 is one of the steepest global declines in judicial confidence, comparable to countries experiencing severe political or economic crises.
The decline spans political affiliations, with confidence dropping among both supporters and critics of President Joe Biden's leadership, influenced by rulings perceived as favoring Donald Trump.
Major factors contributing to the erosion of trust include the overturning of Roe v. Wade, legal battles involving Trump, and his public criticism of the judiciary.
Confidence in the U.S. judicial system now significantly lags behind the median trust levels in courts among OECD countries, marking a 20-point gap.