Most Americans say social media companies should not be able to take down posts for political reasons
% of U.S. adults who say a U.S. social media company should be able to take down someone’s post if it …
Note: Respondents who did not answer are not shown.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted June 22-28, 2026.
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
Most Americans say social media companies should not be able to take down posts for political reasons
% of U.S. adults who say a U.S. social media company should be able to take down someone’s post if it …
| No | Yes | Not sure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearly favors one political side | 75 | 11 | 14 |
| Is critical of the government | 71 | 15 | 14 |
| Contains false information | 29 | 53 | 17 |
| Poses a risk to national security | 18 | 67 | 15 |
Note: Respondents who did not answer are not shown.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted June 22-28, 2026.
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
“Americans Value Press Freedom but Differ on Its Limits”
PEW-KNIGHT INITIATIVE
