Latest US political divide emerges: the age gap over whether China is cause for concern

A new survey from the 2026 Reagan Institute Summer Survey reveals a growing generational divide in the United States regarding concerns about China. Younger Americans are less likely to view Beijing as a cause for concern compared to older generations. The report indicates that unease about China increases significantly with age across various potential concerns. Despite deep political divisions on other foreign and domestic policy issues, the survey found less evidence of a bipartisan split on the issue of China. This suggests that while age is a significant factor in how Americans perceive China, political affiliation plays a less pronounced role in this specific foreign policy concern.