Poll Reveals Americans Are Turning Away From Political News After Election

A majority of Americans, including 70% of Democrats, report feeling politically exhausted and reducing their media consumption post-election.

An AP-NORC poll found two-thirds of Americans have limited their political news consumption due to fatigue following the November election.
Democrats reported the highest levels of disengagement, with 7 in 10 stepping back from political news, compared to 6 in 10 Republicans and independents.
Cable news networks CNN and MSNBC have seen significant post-election viewership declines, with ratings dropping 45% and 54% respectively since the election.
Fox News has experienced a 13% increase in viewership, now commanding 72% of the primetime cable news audience post-election.
The poll also highlighted public disapproval of political advocacy by celebrities, corporations, and athletes during the election season.