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Interestingly, despite the chaos, polls indicate that the Republican Party's standing has not significantly deteriorated; in fact, their approval ratings have improved slightly since the shutdown began. Politicians seem to be recalculating their strategies as public dissatisfaction grows, yet the GOP leadership appears to be content with their current position, especially with their polls showing that their brand has remained stable or even gained marginally.
Meanwhile, Democrats are facing increasing pressure and criticism for their role in the stalemate. CNN's coverage highlighted that the party’s polling numbers have also suffered due to the shutdown’s effects on public perception, though Republicans have experienced a slight boost in their favor.