🚨U.S. Corruption Perception Hits 20-Year High at 89%
89% of Americans now see widespread government corruption
TL;DR
89% of Americans now see widespread government corruption, up 10 points from last year. Democrats' perception has risen the most sharply, from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year. The U.S. now stands out among OECD countries, with a 20-point gap.
89% of Americans now see widespread government corruption, up 10 points from last year. This shift is particularly pronounced among Democrats, whose perception has risen from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year. Independents' views have also closely aligned with Democrats, rising to 90%. Republicans' views have changed less, but the overall perception is now higher than at any point in the past two decades. The U.S. has diverged from other OECD countries, with a 20-point gap in perceived corruption, up from 15 points last year.
Key Points
89% of U.S. adults see widespread government corruption, up 10 points from last year
Democrats' perception rose from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year
Independents' views now align closely with Democrats at 90%
Republicans' views have changed less, but still up to 83%
U.S. has a 20-point gap with OECD countries on perceived corruption
Why It Matters
89% of U.S. adults see widespread government corruption, up from 79% in 2025. Democrats' perception has risen the most sharply, from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year. Independents' views have also closely aligned with Democrats, rising to 90%. The U.S. now stands out among OECD countries, with a 20-point gap in perceived corruption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this matter?
89% of U.S. adults see widespread government corruption, up from 79% in 2025. Democrats' perception has risen the most sharply, from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year. Independents' views have also closely aligned with Democrats, rising to 90%. The U.S. now stands out among OECD countries, with a 20-point gap in perceived corruption.
What happened?
89% of Americans now see widespread government corruption, up 10 points from last year. Democrats' perception has risen the most sharply, from 57% in 2024 to 91% this year. The U.S. now stands out among OECD countries, with a 20-point gap.
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