The government is shut down again, and Americans are getting tired of it. A new poll from AP-NORC shows that most people think this shutdown is a big deal. While the media likes to point fingers at President Trump and Republicans, this time they can’t hide the truth: Democrats are getting blamed too, and rightly so.
Let’s be clear. Government shutdowns don’t happen because one side refuses to negotiate. They happen because Washington, D.C. is full of people who care more about power than doing what’s right for the American people. And this time, Democrats in Congress are just as guilty—maybe even more so.
President Trump has made it clear from the start what he stands for. He wants secure borders, strong national defense, and a budget that doesn’t waste taxpayer money. He has fought to protect Social Security and Medicare while cutting wasteful spending. But every time Republicans try to move forward with a responsible budget, Democrats throw a temper tantrum and refuse to cooperate.
This shutdown didn’t have to happen. It’s a result of Democrats digging in their heels, demanding more spending on their pet projects and refusing to support policies that put America first. They want money for climate schemes, illegal immigrant handouts, and bloated government agencies. When Republicans say “no” to that nonsense, the left shuts down the government and then runs to the cameras, blaming everyone but themselves.
But the American people aren’t buying it anymore. This latest poll proves that. Voters are finally waking up to the truth. They see through the smoke and mirrors. They know that Democrats in Congress are part of the problem, not the solution. People are tired of the games. They want leadership. They want results.
The mainstream media will still try to spin this. They’ll say Trump is to blame. They’ll say Republicans are the ones holding things up. But the numbers don’t lie. Americans are starting to realize that the left is just as responsible for the mess in Washington. And that’s a good thing. Accountability is long overdue.
It’s also important to remember what’s really at stake here. When the government shuts down, it’s not the elite in D.C. who suffer. It’s working Americans. Military families, border patrol agents, and small business owners all feel the pain. But that doesn’t seem to matter to the politicians who would rather throw a fit than do their job.
President Trump was elected to clean up the swamp. That means standing firm when others cave. It means putting America first, even when it’s not popular with the political class. This shutdown is just another example of what happens when you try to drain the swamp—the swamp fights back.
The good news is that Americans are paying attention. They see who’s standing for freedom and who’s playing politics. They know President Trump is working hard to restore order and strength to our government. And they’re starting to realize that Democrats would rather shut it all down than give him a win.
We need to get back to basics. Our Founders believed in limited government, personal responsibility, and freedom. That’s the American way. We can’t keep letting career politicians hold the country hostage every time they don’t get their way. It’s time to support leaders who put country over party.
The shutdown will end, eventually. But the lessons from it must not be forgotten. If we want to stop this cycle of failure, we need to hold everyone accountable—including the Democrats who helped cause it. The American people deserve better. And thanks to this new poll, it’s clear they’re starting to demand it.
