Summary
A new poll shows more Americans blame Republicans and President Trump for the government shutdown than they blame Democrats. The shutdown began after Congress failed to pass a funding bill by the deadline, affecting many government services. Both parties are accusing each other of causing the deadlock.
Key Facts
- A Washington Post poll found 47% of Americans blame Republicans or Trump, while 30% blame Democrats for the shutdown.
- 23% of those surveyed were unsure who is responsible for the shutdown.
- 66% expressed concern about the shutdown's impacts, while 22% were "not too concerned."
- A temporary funding bill passed in the House but stalled in the Senate, requiring bipartisan support to proceed.
- Government shutdowns affect federal workers and disrupt services like passport applications and national park operations.
- This shutdown is the first since a 35-day shutdown from 2018 to 2019.
- A New York Times poll before the shutdown showed 26% would blame Trump and Republicans, while 19% would blame Democrats, and 33% would blame both sides evenly.
