Americans trust Fauci more than RFK Jr. By O. Rose Broderick March 6, 2026 Stat News Share Summary Takeaways Listen Insight Report Clinical Scorecard Quiz Poll Top Institutions 1 A recent survey shows Americans trust Anthony Fauci more than Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding health matters. 2 Two-thirds of respondents expressed confidence in career scientists at federal health agencies. 3 Only 43% of Americans have confidence in the leaders of federal health agencies. 4 The survey was conducted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center among 1,650 U.S. adults. 5 Fauci's favorable ranking reflects a broader trust in professional health associations over political appointees.
