US President Donald Trump has made a surprising statement about government shutdowns, suggesting that they could lead to positive changes in the country. If Congress fails to pass funding before midnight, Trump plans to use the shutdown as an opportunity to eliminate programs and policies he dislikes, which are largely favored by Democrats.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-30/us-government-shutdown-looms-with-trump-democrats-at-odds