Trust in the federal government refers to the level of confidence and belief that individuals have in the ability and integrity of the national government. It measures how much trust people have in their government to do what is right and make decisions that benefit society.
Related terms
Political efficacy: Political efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their own ability to influence political processes and outcomes. People with high levels of political efficacy are more likely to trust the federal government.
Public opinion: Public opinion is a collective view or attitude held by individuals about public matters such as politics or policy. Trust in the federal government is influenced by public opinion.
Partisanship: Partisanship refers to strong support for a particular political party or ideology. Democrats and Republicans may differ in their level of trust based on party affiliation.