# CNN debates as 89% of Americans say government corruption is widespread

https://mins.news/en/video/43919

- CNN, 2026-09-03 14:42 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLKBe3uMMRI

> Nearly nine in ten Americans say corruption is widespread in government, the highest level in two decades and 10% above last year. Majorities across Republicans, Democrats and independents agree. Despite bipartisan outrage, companies linked to President Trump and his family are profiting from cryptocurrency, defense and early access to Trump's social media posts.

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