Digital Derision: Trump's Shutdown Showdown

As the U.S. government shutdown drags on, President Donald Trump has intensified his online activities, spiraling controversy with his provocative social media posts. On Thursday morning, amidst federal workers' frustrations over potential job losses, Trump hurriedly took to social media to criticize Democrats.

In a series of combative messages, Trump accused Democrats of prioritizing healthcare funds for immigrants while planning severe budget cuts to what he termed politically exploitative federal programs. Meanwhile, negotiations appeared stalled, with the administration's emphasis on political feuding over constructive dialogue.

Although it's unclear who will bear the brunt of public blame, early polls suggest Trump and fellow Republicans could face more heat this time around. The president's strategy also caught criticism for its racially insensitive content, underscoring an administration unchanged from its previous aggressive political battlegrounds.

(With inputs from agencies.)