Which do you think is the more important goal for Congressional Democrats in government shutdown negotiations?

Which do you think is the more important goal for Congressional Democrats in government shutdown negotiations? Published on October 4, 2025 → Survey conducted on October 4, 2025 on 2811 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

To preserve Affordable Care Act tax credits and restore funding for Medicaid

61%

To expand Medicaid benefits to immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally

13%

Not sure

26%

To preserve Affordable Care Act tax credits and restore funding for Medicaid

61%

To expand Medicaid benefits to immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally

13%

Not sure

26%

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