Summary
President Donald Trump will make an announcement from the Oval Office concerning the ongoing government shutdown. According to a recent poll, many Americans blame both major political parties for the situation. The shutdown continues into its third week, with health insurance subsidies as a key issue in the discussions.
Key Facts
- President Trump will speak from the Oval Office at 3 p.m. ET about the government shutdown.
- The government shutdown has been ongoing for three weeks.
- An AP-Norc poll shows many Americans are unhappy with the shutdown and blame both Republicans and Democrats.
- About 60% of Americans think President Trump and Republicans in Congress have significant responsibility for the shutdown.
- 54% of Americans also blame Democrats in Congress for the shutdown.
- Extending health insurance subsidies is a critical issue in the discussions to end the shutdown.
- 42% of Americans have no opinion on the issue, indicating some are not fully following the debate.
