
Mark Levin Podcast 10/31/25 - Polls Don't Lie: Republicans on the Rise Amid Shutdown
Nov 1, 2025
A chilling government shutdown sees Senate Democrats criticized for neglecting pay for essential workers as Republicans’ approval ratings rise. Trump attempts to allocate funds for military pay amidst political strife. Two federal judges complicate SNAP funding, while the DOJ's subpoenas against Republicans create an 'enemies list.' Surprisingly, the shutdown hasn't hurt the GOP, as polling shifts and past lessons highlight informed voters. Personal stories reveal the human toll of the shutdown, while Trump garners credit for various policy achievements.
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Democrats' Vote To Withhold Pay Criticized
- Brian Mudd argues Senate Democrats voted to deny timely pay to essential workers, calling it anti-American and politically cruel.
- He highlights Trump identifying funds to pay the military as a corrective action that still pulls from housing and R&D budgets.
Alleged Political Targeting In Arctic Frost
- Mudd reports Jack Smith's special counsel probe issued 197 subpoenas targeting records tied to over 430 Republicans and media entities, calling it an "enemies list."
- He contrasts Verizon cooperating with subpoenas while AT&T pushed back citing constitutional concerns.
Voters Woke From Ignorance Not Stupidity
- Mudd emphasizes voters are not stupid and can distinguish ignorance from stupidity when evaluating politicians.
- He argues Democrats treated voters like idiots, which backfired politically during the shutdown.



