Americans think Trump's cuts will hurt (and help) the country. Here's how

A version of this story appeared in CNN's What Matters newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. CNN — Senate Democrats' decision to allow Republicans to pass a spending bill will avert a short-term shutdown, but it will also give Republicans the power to grant President Donald Trump new leverage to control spending for the rest of the year. The Democrats' tactical retreat from this spending battle means the government will remain open and Trump can more easily carry on with the systemic changes and deep cuts he has done heretofore without the blessing of…