Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJoe SommerladFriday 31 July 2026 19:29 BSTTrump adviser insists economy 'looks amazing' despite dire pollingNational Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett asserted the U.S. economy is in "amazing" shape, despite a new CNN/SSRS poll indicating widespread public anxiety.The poll found 77 percent of Americans believe the nation's financial health is poor, with 70 percent disapproving of Donald Trump's handling of the economy.Additionally, 65 percent of respondents felt Trump had worsened economic conditions since taking office, while 73 percent were unhappy with his inflation policies and 79 percent with gas prices.Hassett dismissed the poll's findings, citing low unemployment, decreasing inflation, strong growth, and high consumer spending as evidence of an optimistic economy.Public dissatisfaction over the economy has contributed to Trump's low approval ratings, with recent polls placing him at 32-33 percent.In fullTrump’s top financial guru says economy ‘looks amazing’ – despite countless polls saying Americans are worriedMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in