Study Highlights Varied News Consumption Among U.S. Latinos
Language preference and birthplace significantly influence how Latinos in the U.S. engage with news, with a strong preference for digital platforms.
- A new Pew Research Center study reveals diverse news consumption habits among U.S. Latinos, influenced by language preference and birthplace.
- Over half of U.S. Hispanic adults primarily consume news in English, while a significant portion relies on Spanish or bilingual sources.
- Digital platforms are the preferred news source for Latinos, with a notable inclination towards social media and mobile devices.
- Hispanic immigrants are more likely to seek news from Hispanic outlets and about their countries of origin compared to U.S.-born Latinos.
- The overall engagement of Latinos with news has decreased, mirroring a broader trend across the U.S. population.