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Taylor Swift is living the Life of a Showgirl in Americans’ hearts — her net favorability is at +17.

Donald Trump? Sitting at -14.
November 26, 2025 at 2:51 PM
With our latest polling showing 63% of Americans feel uneasy about their personal finances in the months ahead, it’s no surprise that many plan to pull back on spending this Black Friday.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/24/business/shoppers-to-cut-black-friday-spending-over-affordability-concerns-survey/
Shoppers to cut Black Friday spending for the first time in four years on affordability concerns: survey
Of those surveyed shoppers who plan to spend less, 69% cited higher costs of living, while 43% blamed financial constraints, according to the survey.
nypost.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Just 33% of Latinos approve of Trump’s handling of the presidency.

And among the 65% who disapprove — most (43%) say they strongly disapprove.
November 25, 2025 at 5:22 PM
63% of Americans say the country is on the wrong track, including:

🔵 92% of Democrats
🟣 71% of independents
🔴 32% of Republicans — including 53% of non-MAGA Republicans
November 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Many Americans are turning to social media for current events: 40% say it’s one of their primary sources.

➡️ When it comes to specific accounts or creators, 20% say they rely on social media creators and influencers as a main source — including 32% of independents.
November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Where are Americans getting their news on current events?

📱 Social media leads at 40% — and nearly half of independents rely on it.
📺 Broadcast TV (39%) and local TV (39%) follow close behind.
💻 And 34% turn to online news websites.
November 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Over the last few months, more Americans say they’ve become familiar with NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani — with familiarity increasing by 24 points since the end of June.
November 21, 2025 at 4:59 PM
📱 Latinos are tuning in — and scrolling.

Our data shows they’re more likely to identify as active news consumers and also rely on social media for news at higher rates than the general public.
November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Americans are clear about who they think is driving higher health care costs:

🔴 47% — Trump & Republicans in Congress
🔵 21% — Democrats in Congress
⚖️ 19% — Both equally
❌ 6% — Neither
November 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Concern over rising health care costs & losing coverage if Congress doesn’t act:

📊 78% of Americans say they are concerned — 60% are extremely concerned.

That includes:
🔵 92% of Democrats
🟣 79% of Independents
🟥 64% of Republicans
November 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
According to our latest polling, most Americans say that health care costs are increasing:

📈 73% say costs are going up
📉 Just 8% say costs are going down
⚖️ 19% say costs are staying the same
November 19, 2025 at 5:24 PM
A plurality of Americans trust Democrats in Congress to handle health care — nearly double the share who trust Republicans in Congress or Trump.

Want to learn more? Dive into our full toplines👇
https://navigatorresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Navigator-Topline-F11.12.25.pdf.pdf
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November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Bipartisan majorities agree the Epstein “client list” comes with serious accusations, not just a conspiracy theory — an overwhelming 81% of Democrats and 51% of Republicans say it should be taken seriously.

Read more: https://navigatorresearch.org/the-government-and-the-epstein-files/
The Government and the Epstein Files
Polling report on what Americans are hearing when it comes to the Trump administration and the Epstein files.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Two-thirds of Americans say the Trump Administration is hiding an Epstein “client list.”

When asked why, the top reasons cited were protecting the rich and powerful and Trump’s alleged involvement.
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Nearly 3 in 5 Americans disapprove of Trump’s economic record. Their biggest concerns?

📦 Tariffs
💰 Rising prices
📈 Inflation
November 17, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Trump’s presidency continues to face skepticism from Americans with 58% saying they disapprove — including 70% of independents.
November 17, 2025 at 2:49 PM
From health care to electricity, Americans are feeling the impact of rising costs.

Who do they blame? Tune in below for @newsnation.bsky.social's breakdown of our latest data👇
November 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
WATCH: Our latest report shows Americans blame Republicans in Congress more on key pocketbook issues — with Republicans owning rising health care costs by 27 points and costs in general by 26.
November 13, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Recent findings show Democrats in Congress gaining ground on key issues like health care and the cost of living — continuing a trend of improving trust compared to earlier this fall.

More in @punchbowlnews.bsky.social👇
November 13, 2025 at 2:56 PM
NEW: As the U.S. government shutdown ends this week, Americans continue to blame Trump & congressional Republicans for rising health care costs, lost food assistance, and falling approval.

Read our latest shutdown report: https://navigatorresearch.org/how-americans-views-of-the-shutdown-changed/
How Americans’ Views of the Shutdown Changed
Polling report on the latest views of the government shutdown and its impacts ahead of the Senate’s move to end the shutdown.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
As House Democrats push to release the Epstein files, Americans say transparency is key for accountability and justice for survivors.

63% believe Trump is covering up the Epstein client list — including 70% of independents and 42% of Republicans.
navigatorresearch.org/the-governme...
The Government and the Epstein Files
Polling report on what Americans are hearing when it comes to the Trump administration and the Epstein files.
navigatorresearch.org
November 12, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Trump says “costs are way down,” but Americans are telling a different story.

63% feel uneasy about their personal finances in the coming months, and a plurality place the blame for rising costs on Trump & Republicans in Congress — 27 points higher than Democrats in Congress.
November 11, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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New data from @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social:

Amid ACA open enrollment, growing majorities report health care costs rising. Americans blame Trump and the GOP for these costs rising, and for SNAP running out of funding and the shutdown.

Read the full report: navigatorresearch.org/government-s...
November 7, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Most Americans say health care costs are rising — 72% say prices are going up.

And by a 28-point margin, more blame Trump and Republicans in Congress (48%) than Democrats (20%) for premiums increasing. Read more👇
https://navigatorresearch.org/government-shutdown-week-5-a-guide-for-advocates/
Government Shutdown Week 5: A Guide for Advocates
Polling report on awareness of and blame for the government shutdown and message guidance following SNAP’s lapse in funding.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Over 8 in 10 Americans view SNAP/food stamps favorably, including 68% of Republicans.

And when it comes to funding lapsing, most say Trump and Republicans in Congress are to blame (51%), including a majority of independents.
November 7, 2025 at 1:43 PM