Mitch McConnell, the Senate Republican leader, has made statements implying that government shutdowns have historically been a political loss for the Republicans. However, historical data from 2013 shows that following a government shutdown, the Republican party gained significant ground in the Senate and the House. Moreover, these victories contributed significantly to McConnell’s political career. Despite this, McConnell seems adamant to avoid a government shutdown at the end of September 2023, the reasons for which remain unclear.
Do you believe that government shutdowns are politically harmful to the Republican party?