Most Americans Rely on Federal Science Weekly, Poll Finds
2025-05-06

A new nationwide poll reveals that most Americans rely on federal science information weekly, including weather forecasts, job market reports, and food safety warnings, without realizing it. Despite this dependence, only 10% of respondents are concerned about potential impacts from cuts to federal science funding. While political polarization around trust in science exists, the poll highlights a bipartisan agreement on the importance of federal investment in STEM education for future economic prosperity.