Trump 2.0 Is Having an Odd Effect on Republicans' Media Habits
Briefly

The article discusses the evolving relationship between the Republican Party and mainstream media, highlighting a shift in attitudes evidenced by a recent Pew Research survey. After years of increasing animosity toward the press exacerbated by Trump’s rhetoric, the survey found that 53% of Republicans now express some level of trust in national news organizations—a 13-point increase from the previous year. This may suggest a change in media perception among Republican supporters, despite underlying factors still promoting distrust.
The increased trust among Republicans in mainstream news could signal a slow shift, revealing that not all factors affecting media perception are permanent.
Pew's survey shows that 53 percent of Republican-leaning adults have at least some trust in national news organizations, a notable 13-point increase.
Read at Slate Magazine
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