Source: Reason
by JD Tuccille
“It will likely come as no surprise to readers that the federal government continues to enjoy rock-bottom trust among Americans. Charitable organizations are trusted by a majority of people, and state and local governments, as well as businesses, get thumbs-up from a fair number, but the years-long downward slide in trust in the federal government to act in society’s best interest proceeds apace. That’s grounds for knowing chuckles all around, but also for concern. That’s because, perversely, there’s evidence that low trust leads to bigger government.” (08/22/25)
https://reason.com/2025/08/22/few-americans-trust-the-federal-government/