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Social Media Surpasses Traditional News as Top Source

6/17/2025

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Social media has officially taken the lead as the go-to news source in the US, with 54% of people turning to platforms like Facebook, X, and YouTube for updates. Influential podcaster Joe Rogan captivates 22% of the audience, highlighting the growing challenge traditional news publishers face in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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Story summary

Social media has officially taken the lead as the go-to news source in the US, with 54% of people turning to platforms like Facebook, X, and YouTube for updates. Influential podcaster Joe Rogan captivates 22% of the audience, highlighting the growing challenge traditional news publishers face in this rapidly evolving landscape.