Poll: 64% of Americans Support Banning Teenagers from Social Media:
A recent Fox News poll reveals that about two-thirds of American voters and parents back the idea of banning teenagers under the age of 16 from social media and removing cellphones from K-12 classrooms.
A new Fox News poll has shed light on the growing concern among American voters and parents regarding the impact of social media and cellphone usage on children. The survey, which involved interviews with 1,001 registered voters, found that 64 percent of participants favored banning social media for children under the age of 16, while 35 percent opposed the measure. Interestingly, the numbers remained consistent among parents, with 64 percent supporting the ban and 36 percent opposing it.
The poll results also highlighted a partisan divide on the issue, with 73 percent of Republicans backing the social media ban compared to 56 percent of Democrats. This suggests that while there is broad support for protecting children from the potential dangers of social media, Republicans are more likely to advocate for stricter regulations.
In addition to the social media ban, the survey asked participants about their views on banning cellphones in K-12 classrooms. A staggering 69 percent supported this idea, while only 31 percent opposed it. Among parents, 63 percent were in favor of the classroom cellphone ban, and 37 percent were against it. Once again, Republicans showed stronger support for the measure, with 81 percent backing the ban compared to 59 percent of Democrats.
The release of the Fox News poll comes on the heels of Australia’s landmark legislation, which took effect on December 10, 2025. The new law, known as the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act, prohibits anyone under the age of 16 from holding a social media account, making it one of the strictest online safety rules in the world. The banned platforms in Australia include popular sites such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. --->READ MORE HERE
Nearly two-thirds of American voters back social media ban for kids under 16, Fox News poll shows:
Fox News poll shows Republicans lead support at 73% compared to 56% of Democrats
Nearly two-thirds of voters and parents support banning social media for children under 16 and removing cellphones from K-12 classrooms, with Republicans showing the strongest backing, according to a new Fox News poll.
The survey is based on interviews with 1,001 registered voters randomly drawn from a national voter file. Respondents participated by landline, cellphone or through an online questionnaire sent by text.
When asked about banning social media for children under 16, 64% favored the measure, while 35% opposed it.
The numbers did not waver among parents, with 64% in favor of banning social media for children under 16 – 36% were opposed.
Among party groups, 73% of Republicans supported the ban compared with 56% of Democrats.
Participants were also asked about banning cellphones in K-12 classrooms, and 69% supported the idea while 31% opposed it.
Among parents, 63% supported the ban and 37% opposed it. Support was even higher among Republicans at 81%, compared with 59% of Democrats.
The results were released a week after Australia’s landmark new social media age requirement took effect, barring anyone under 16 from holding an account. The measure is now among the world’s strictest online safety rules.
The Australian government’s Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act passed in November 2024 and began being enforced on Dec. 10, 2025.
"From Dec. 10, if you’re under 16, you’re no longer allowed to have a social media account," Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in a video statement played in classrooms ahead of the restrictions, according to 9 News Australia. "You’ll know better than anyone what it’s like growing up with algorithms, endless feeds and the pressure that can come with that." --->READ MORE HERE
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