Despite the absence of systemic failures, public trust in the U.S. electoral system declined due to misinformation more than actual election problems.

Election experts and officials agree that the 2024 vote was administered smoothly with few procedural issues. However, a significant portion of the population doubted the reliability of the results, influenced by disinformation campaigns and political rhetoric. This gap between experience and belief poses a major challenge for future elections, underscoring the power of perception over reality when it comes to democracy.