Pew Survey Finds 76% Globally Lack Confidence in Trump’s Leadership
A Pew Research Centre survey of 42,151 people across 36 countries from February to May 2026 found that 76% globally lack confidence in US President Donald Trump's leadership on world affairs, with only 23% expressing trust. Confidence declined in 16 of 24 countries surveyed and improved in none. In India, 39% expressed confidence, down from 51% last year, while 51% favored Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump's tariff policies were widely unpopular, except in Kenya where 55% approved.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 5%, Centre 93%, Right 2%). Overall sentiment is neutral (40/100). Lens Score 32/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- indiatoday— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a broadly neutral perspective, reporting survey data without editorializing. They include viewpoints from multiple countries, highlighting variations in confidence levels, such as higher approval in Israel and Kenya. The coverage reflects international public opinion trends without favoring or criticizing any political stance, focusing on factual survey results and comparative data.
The overall tone is neutral to slightly negative, reflecting the survey's findings of low global confidence in Trump’s leadership. While the data points to widespread disapproval, the articles also note exceptions and positive views in certain countries, balancing the sentiment. The coverage avoids emotive language, maintaining an objective presentation of the survey outcomes.
How 2 sources covered this story
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