Fox News Poll Reveals 70% Say Taxes Too High as 75% Slam Spending Waste
A record number of Americans say their taxes are too high, and the frustration is now colliding with growing concerns about how the government spends that money.
A new Fox News poll finds 70% of voters believe their tax burden is excessive, the highest level ever recorded in the survey’s history.
That spike comes alongside a second warning sign.
According to the same poll, 75% of voters now describe federal government spending as “wasteful,” marking a sharp increase from the previous year and cutting across party lines.
The data shows the sentiment is not isolated to one political group.
Majorities of Democrats, Republicans, and independents all reported concerns about inefficiency, suggesting a broader erosion of confidence in how public funds are being used.
At the same time, the issue is not just about how much is paid.
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Voters also pointed to concerns about fairness in the tax system, including frustration that wealthy individuals may not be contributing enough, adding another layer to the debate.
“Three-quarters feel government spending is wasteful,” the Fox News poll reported.
The combined findings highlight a widening disconnect between tax collection and public trust.
Earlier polling has shown similar patterns, with many Americans saying they pay too much while lacking confidence that their money is used effectively, pointing to a longer-term trend in voter sentiment.
With tax deadlines approaching and economic concerns still active, the issue is likely to intensify.
Lawmakers from both parties now face growing pressure to address not just tax rates, but how spending decisions are justified and communicated to voters.
The next test will be whether that frustration translates into policy changes or election-year consequences.
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