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US teens get news via social media far more than adults yet stay skeptical
Technology
Published on 30 April 2026
57 percent of teens scroll for headlines daily
A national study by the Media Insight Project shows a major generational divide in news habits. While 36% of US adults say they get news from social media at least once a day, 57% of teens aged 13–17 do the same. Even as they rely more on influencers, many remain cautious about what they believe.
- Teens are far more likely to get daily news on social media
- Influencers are becoming a key source of headlines for younger audiences
- Skepticism persists even as teens shift from traditional outlets
- The study highlights a widening trust and information gap by age
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