The Michael Knowles Show Ep. 1826 - The Government Shutdown And The Dumb Reasons EXPLAINED In 4 Mins
Oct 1, 2025
The government shutdown is back in the spotlight, driven by Democratic attempts to shift focus to healthcare in a politically fraught environment. A poll reveals low support for the shutdown, even among party members. Trump's strategies could actually benefit the GOP amid this chaos. Notably, a cartel member admits that Trump's policies are hindering their trafficking operations. Also discussed are the implications of illegal immigration on voter representation and the controversial claims linking racism to public health issues.
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Shutdown As Political Maneuver
- Michael Knowles argues the shutdown is driven by Democratic political calculus, not primarily health care policy.
- He says Democrats want to change the conversation because their poll numbers are poor across most issues except healthcare.
Coalition Shift Changes Precedent
- Knowles argues conventional wisdom that the party out of power does well in midterms doesn't hold here due to shifting coalitions since 2016.
- He points to GOP gains among groups that traditionally voted Democratic as evidence of a new political landscape.
Polls Show Shutdown Is Unpopular
- Knowles cites a New York Times/Siena poll showing a majority oppose the shutdown and limited Democratic support even among Democrats.
- He uses that data to argue the political risk for Democrats is substantial.
