Few Americans Say Shutdown Is Worth It
A new CBS News national poll finds a plurality of Americans do not view either party's position as worth a federal government shutdown. The survey—taken amid the ongoing October 2025 shutdown—reports roughly half of Democrats say their party's stance is worth a shutdown while even fewer Republicans say the same for the GOP; respondents cite concerns about economic impacts (inflation, jobs) and blame both President Trump and congressional leaders.
📌 Key Facts
- CBS News national poll conducted during the ongoing government shutdown (Oct. 2025) shows most Americans do not think either party’s position is worth a shutdown.
- About half of rank-and-file Democrats say their party’s positions are worth a shutdown; fewer Republicans endorse the GOP’s position as worth a shutdown.
- Poll respondents name the economy (inflation, jobs) and health care as top issues tied to the shutdown, and many assign blame to President Trump, congressional Democrats, and Republicans jointly.
📊 Analysis & Commentary (1)
"A Playbook analysis that comments on the ongoing shutdown, using new CBS‑YouGov polling to argue Sunday‑show rhetoric is little more than blame‑casting and that only direct leader‑level bargaining (and key Senate defections) is likely to produce a deal to reopen the government."