Overview
- An NBC News poll finds 52% blame President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans for the shutdown, compared with 42% who fault Democrats.
- A CBS News/YouGov survey reports growing concern about harm to the U.S. economy and a broad perception that Congress is not working to end the crisis.
- Thirty‑four percent in the NBC survey say they or a family member have seen jobs, services, or benefits affected, the highest level NBC has recorded across past shutdowns.
- Public sentiment toward both parties is negative, and 57% say they would replace every member of Congress if given the chance, according to NBC.
- The stalemate has stretched to roughly a month with no breakthrough, as Democrats tie funding to extending expiring health‑care subsidies and Senate rules complicate swift action.