Fauci vs RFK Jr.? Here's Who Americans Trust for Public Health Advice

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Source: MedPage Today

Original: https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/publichealth/120191...

Published: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:03:06 -0500

A survey of 1,650 U.S. adults by the Annenberg University Public Policy Center in Pennsylvania found a decline in public trust in federal health agencies, particularly in their leadership. Forty-three percent of respondents said they trust public health information. The article compares trust in Anthony Fauci and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in public health consulting. Confidence in Fauci has fallen compared to previous polls. RFK Jr. gained support especially among groups skeptical of official institutions. The survey revealed a growing polarization of opinions about health authorities in the US.