Americans trust Fauci more than RFK Jr. - Scorecard - MDSpire

Americans trust Fauci more than RFK Jr.

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  • O. Rose Broderick

  • March 6, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Public Opinion: Fauci Receives More Trust from Americans Compared to RFK Jr.

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionPublic Trust in Health Officials
Key MechanismsComparison of trust levels between career scientists and political appointees in health agencies.
Target PopulationU.S. adults
Care SettingPublic health and policy

Key Highlights

  • Two-thirds of respondents trust career scientists at federal health agencies.
  • Only 43% have confidence in agency leaders.
  • Anthony Fauci ranked higher in public trust than RFK Jr. and Mehmet Oz.

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          Patient & Prescribing Data

          U.S. adults surveyed

          Public perception of health officials influences trust in health guidance.

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            Americans trust Fauci more than RFK Jr.

            • by O. Rose Broderick

            • March 6, 2026

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