America Blaming Trump For Shutdown?
A new Washington Post–ABC News poll is making headlines this week, claiming that more Americans are blaming President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers than Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown, now entering its second month.
According to the poll, 45% of respondents said the shutdown is the fault of Trump and the GOP, while 33% blamed Democrats in Congress. Another 22% said they weren’t sure who to hold responsible — showing just how divided the nation remains.
But behind the numbers, conservative analysts say the story is being spun by the media to weaken the President’s position. Despite what Washington insiders claim, Trump’s America-First agenda is still fully operational — from strong border enforcement to continued deportations of illegal immigrants.
🔹 Trump’s Agenda Marches On Despite the Shutdown
One Republican strategist told The Hill that President Trump has “shown no sign of backing down” because his core priorities remain untouched.
“He’s still running the government on his own terms,” the strategist said. “Deportations haven’t slowed, the Trump agenda is still moving forward, and he’s not taking a real hit where it counts — with his base.”
For many conservatives, that’s the key takeaway: Washington may be shut down, but Trump’s mission isn’t.
🔹 Republicans Call for Action — Democrats Refuse to Negotiate
On Capitol Hill, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) and other conservative lawmakers are urging House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to reconvene Congress and prioritize national security and border funding.
But according to sources close to Trump World, the Biden-Harris White House has no incentive to compromise.
“Congressional Republicans might be ready to deal,” one insider said. “But the White House? They’re playing politics, not problem-solving.”
Meanwhile, in the Senate, Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) offered to hold a vote on health-care subsidies in exchange for Democratic support on a short-term funding bill. But Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) rejected the offer, saying Democrats wanted more than a handshake promise.
🔹 Poll Shows Americans Are Frustrated — Not Fooled
The same poll found that 75% of Americans are worried about the shutdown’s impact — yet 25% said they aren’t concerned at all, suggesting that many Americans are tuning out the noise and focusing on bigger issues like inflation, immigration, and national security.
Despite the media’s narrative, President Trump’s approval among conservatives remains solid, and his America First policies continue to resonate with older voters who see him as standing firm against the political establishment.
The Washington Post/ABC News/Ipsos poll surveyed 2,725 U.S. adults between October 24–28, with a margin of error of 1.9 percentage points.
⚡ Final Takeaway
As the shutdown continues, the mainstream media wants Americans to believe that Trump and Republicans are losing the battle. But the reality is far different: the President’s agenda remains intact, his support base remains energized, and Democrats are the ones facing growing frustration from voters tired of Washington gridlock.
