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2025: 86% of U.S. Adults Turn to Digital News

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In 2025, 86% of U.S. adults access news digitally, with 56% doing so frequently.
Television remains the primary source for 64% of adults, while radio and print are less favored.
Social media fuels news for 53% of adults, with Facebook at 38% and YouTube at 35%, and 3% preferring artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots.

History

Historical Context

The rise of the internet in 2000 transformed news consumption, with 50% of U.S. households online, leading to a shift towards digital platforms. By 2023, 53% of adults relied on social media for news, reflecting a significant change in information dissemination. This evolution raises concerns about the reliability of news sources and the implications for public discourse in the digital age.

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Story summary

In 2025, 86% of U.S. adults access news digitally, with 56% doing so frequently.
Television remains the primary source for 64% of adults, while radio and print are less favored.
Social media fuels news for 53% of adults, with Facebook at 38% and YouTube at 35%, and 3% preferring artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots.

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