4.15.2025

Approval ratings among independents for President Trump’s handling of the economy have hit a dramatic new low.

In fact, they’re the worst ever at this point in a term for any president. Lee Carter joined CNN News Central’s John Berman recently for a conversation and analysis of what this means for Republicans, for the administration, and for the campaign promises they made to the American people.

As usual, Lee zeroes in on the messaging behind their moves. Are they missing the mark… and how should they be communicating with Americans about all they’re doing?