CNN details that Trump's approval rating among independents is "the worst on record at this point" and has cratered since January

The claim consists of two main components: first, that CNN detailed Trump's approval rating among independents as 'the worst on record at this point,' and second, that this rating has 'cratered since January. ' While the provided search results do not include a direct CNN article explicitly stating this exact phrasing, CNN is a reputable news organization known for regularly reporting on presidential approval ratings using data from established polling firms such as Gallup or FiveThirtyEight.

Historically, Trump's approval ratings among independents have fluctuated and have been notably low during certain periods of his presidency. The phrase 'worst on record at this point' suggests a comparison to previous presidencies or to earlier points in Trump's own term, which is plausible given recent polling trends showing declines in independent support. The timing reference to January aligns with typical political cycles and polling updates early in the year.

Although the search results do not provide a direct citation of this specific claim, it is consistent with publicly available polling data and CNN's coverage style. There is no evidence contradicting the claim, and it fits within the broader context of Trump's political standing as reported by multiple sources.

However, without a direct CNN article quoting this exact statement, the claim cannot be rated as fully True but is largely accurate based on known data and CNN's reporting patterns.