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Trump And Republicans Overwhelmingly Blamed For Government Shutdown

Last updated: October 2, 2025 6:01 am
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As the specter of a government shutdown looms large, Donald Trump and congressional Republicans seem curiously nonchalant about their party’s historical baggage. Historically speaking, the party in charge—particularly that of the sitting president—often bears the brunt of public blame when the government falters.

The enduring convention of naming government shutdowns after presidents underscores this tendency. The populace associates the responsibility of keeping the government functioning primarily with the executive branch, a fact that might have given Trump pause before initiating standoff negotiations with Democrats. History has shown that avoiding such discussions rarely garners favor for the Republicans.

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In the latest Washington Post poll, the verdict is in: 47% of respondents squarely place the blame on Trump and the Republicans, while 30% point fingers at the Democrats, and 23% prefer to shed guilt equally. Notably, the traditional Republican tactic of casting blame at Democrats has failed to gain traction outside the loyal MAGA circle, which typically garners around 30-35% of the vote. This suggests that the GOP’s messaging on the shutdown resonates only with its staunchest supporters.

If the Republican narrative isn’t making waves among the broader electorate, the question arises: what messages are striking a chord?

According to the same poll, Democrats appear to be effectively engaging with the public on two significant fronts—neither of which seems to spell good news for the Republicans.

Let’s delve deeper into the perceptions shaping public opinion and investigate the factors behind the Democrats’ effective message delivery.

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