In the digital age, social media has become the primary means of communication used by governments to disseminate information, increase transparency, and strengthen interaction with the public. However, the emergence of infodemics and the spread of fake news have also reduced public trust in government institutions, especially during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. This study uses a literature review method with a descriptive qualitative approach to examine the influence of social media on public trust in government institutions in the post-pandemic context and ahead of the 2024 elections. The results show that the use of social media by the government can improve the quality of public communication, build a positive image, and encourage public participation. However, challenges such as hoaxes, disinformation, and low digital literacy worsen public perception and hinder the effectiveness of government communication. Thus, a more adaptive, transparent, and responsive digital communication strategy is needed, including strengthening digital literacy, collaborating with independent media, and presenting accurate and easy-to-understand content, in order to restore public trust.