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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 1d

A week into the shutdown, Democrats in Congress remain firm on protecting health care, while Republicans haven’t signaled interest in reaching a bipartisan agreement.

In the court of public opinion, a plurality of Americans say Trump and congressional Republicans are to blame.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 1d

ICYMI: The government shut down last week — and Americans are clear on who’s to blame:

🔴45% Republicans in Congress
🔵26% Democrats in Congress
🟣21% Both equally

Read our full shutdown report: navigatorresearch.org/republicans-...

Republicans on the Hook for Government Shutdown

Polling report on perceptions of a potential government shutdown.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 2d

🛒Americans in battleground districts are feeling the pressure of rising grocery costs, with 7 in 10 saying the Trump's tariffs have increased prices.

What do they say the future holds? Half believe the worst of cost increases is yet to come. Learn more: navigatorresearch.org/feeling-the-...

Feeling the pressure of rising grocery costs Battleground voters lay the blame on Trump and Republicans in Congress

Polling report on perceptions of tariffs in the House battleground.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 5d

In celebration of The Life of a Showgirl dropping today, we’re back with more favorability polling!🎤

A majority of Americans view Taylor Swift favorably, while just 34% are unfavorable.

Trump? Let’s just say the numbers don’t look nearly as good👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 5d

To watch her full breakdown on the government shutdown visit her Substack here: objectioneverything.substack.com/p/objection-...

Objection: Republicans Own This Shutdown—And They're Using It to Gut the Federal Workforce

Republicans are driving this shutdown to shrink government and strip protections from millions.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 5d

“It’s not just about keeping the lights on — it’s about what kind of government we’re going to have.”

@elizaorlins.bsky.social s unpacks our latest data: What’s top of mind for Americans, and who they blame for the shutdown?👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 7d

Our most recent polling on the government shutdown shows a plurality of Americans — nationally and in battleground districts — blame Trump and Republicans in Congress.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 8d

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Americans in the Battleground Want Congress to Protect Health Care — Even If It Means Shutting Down the Government

Polling report on perceptions of a potential government shutdown, rising costs among House battleground constituents.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 8d

🚨If Congress doesn’t reach a funding deal by midnight, the government will shut down.

Here’s how people in battleground districts see it👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 8d

An overwhelming majority in battleground districts say a government shutdown Wednesday would cause serious problems for the country.

The top issues they say would be worth shutting down the government for? Protecting health care and opposing tariffs.
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Americans in the Battleground Want Congress to Protect Health Care — Even If It Means Shutting Down the Government

Polling report on perceptions of a potential government shutdown, rising costs among House battleground constituents.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 9d

Want to dig deeper into MAHA? Check out our latest report: navigatorresearch.org/maha-the-pol...

MAHA: The Policies and Messages

Polling report on perceptions of health and wellness policies in the United States.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 9d

The "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement has gained national attention, but our polling shows many of its core policies — like ending vaccine mandates — are unpopular.

Learn more👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 12d

JUST IN: 66% of Americans in battleground districts have heard about a possible shutdown next week — with just 21% saying they have heard "a lot."

Read more on what battleground constituents are thinking about a potential shutdown: navigatorresearch.org/americans-in...

Americans in the Battleground Want Congress to Protect Health Care — Even If It Means Shutting Down the Government

Polling report on perceptions of a potential government shutdown, rising costs among House battleground constituents.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 13d

NEW: Americans strongly support tackling pollution in our air & water and removing artificial food dyes to keep communities healthier — most oppose ending vaccine mandates, including for public school students.

Read more in our MAHA report⬇️
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MAHA: The Policies and Messages

Polling report on perceptions of health and wellness policies in the United States.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 14d

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Trump’s National Guard Deployment: A Guide for Advocates

Polling report on perceptions of the Trump administration’s deployment of troops to American cities.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 14d

What do Americans think about Trump sending the National Guard into DC?

Half oppose it — including:

🔵 83% of Democrats
⚪️ 53% of Independents
🔴 15% of Republicans (29% of non-MAGA)

Bar chart from Navigator Research. Title: Half of Americans Oppose Trump Deploying National Guard Troops to D.C.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 14d

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 14d

Our latest polling shows more than half of Americans disapprove of Trump’s job performance.

Navigator's Senior Director Erica Seifert breaks down what this could mean heading into the 2026 midterms👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 14d

Moms and MAHA? They don’t mix.

More than 2-in-3 moms nationwide reject what MAHA Republicans are doing in Florida — and don’t want it coming to their state.

Learn more in our latest report: navigatorresearch.org/maha-america...

MAHA: Americans and Health and Wellness

Polling report on the latest perceptions of health and wellness in the United States.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 15d

Parents are sounding serious alarms over education cuts in the Republican Budget Bill — especially impacts on SNAP and Medicaid.

Hear their concerns in their own words 👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 23d

🚨Americans soured fast on RFK Jr. — his net favorability dropped 10 points in just one month, from -2 to -12 after his congressional hearing.

Image of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. with the text "50% of Americans say they hold an unfavorable view of RFK Jr. — with just 38% say they view him favorably."

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 26d

ICYMI: Nearly two-thirds of Americans oppose Florida’s anti-vax policies.

Our latest polling makes it clear — these policies are deeply unpopular. Hear more from our Senior Director, Erica Seifert 👇

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 29d

🚨BREAKING: Nearly 2 in 3 Americans disapprove of Florida ending vaccine mandates:

🔵83% of Democrats
⚪️60% of Independents
🔴44% of GOP, including 61% of non-MAGA Republicans

Stay tuned for more on Americans’ views on health & wellness.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 29d

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 29d

Among those who doubt the government’s honesty about the Epstein client list, the top reasons Americans believe the Trump administration would cover it up are:

👉Protecting the rich and powerful
👉Trump himself being involved or on the list

Oversight Dems @oversightdemocrats.house.gov · 29d

🚨🚨HERE IT IS: We got Trump’s birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein that the President said doesn’t exist.

Trump talks about a “wonderful secret” the two of them shared. What is he hiding? Release the files!

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