Under-16 Social Media Bans Face the Age-Check Test

Pew says 56% of U.S. adults support under-16 social media bans, while parental consent, age checks, and time limits poll higher.

1. Frame 1Pew says 56% of U.S. adults support an under-16 social media policy as California weighs account rules.
2. Frame 2Survey ledger: 56% support a ban, 21% oppose it, and 23% are unsure.
3. Frame 3Timeline: Pew surveyed 9,750 U.S. adults from May 26 to June 1, 2026.
4. Frame 4Policy map: 85% support parental consent, 78% age checks, and 78% time limits.
5. Frame 5Age verification is the gate: proof of age decides whether an under-16 account can open.
6. Frame 6Docket path: California-style legislation decides whether survey support turns into enforceable platform rules.