"When a breaking news event happens, 36% of U.S. adults say they typically turn first to their preferred news organization to get more information, according to a 2025 Pew Research Center survey from the Pew-Knight Initiative."
"Another 28% look to search engines like Google or Bing, and 19% make social media their first destination. A smaller share (5%) usually asks friends, family or acquaintances for more information."
"In a similar question from 2018, a slim majority of Americans (54%) said they turned to their preferred news organization when they wanted to learn more about breaking news."
A 2025 Pew Research Center survey reveals that 36% of U.S. adults first turn to their preferred news organization for breaking news. Following this, 28% use search engines, while 19% rely on social media. Only 5% consult friends or family, and 1% use AI chatbots. This reflects a shift in how Americans access news compared to 2018, when 54% preferred news organizations for information. The findings highlight the fragmented nature of news consumption in the digital age.
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