Selling the war and economy; learn to weld! | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert asks what President Trump’s biggest war is: with Iran or with Democrats and the media. While the White House struggles to sell an increasingly unpopular war, Iran is scrambling for solutions. 2024 Trump Campaign Deputy Communications Director Caroline Sunshine and former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker talk next steps. President Trump is also trying to sell his "winning" economy. With no tax on social security and climbing gas prices, Trump’s approval rating on the economy is dismal. A majority of Americans feel their finances are getting worse while the national debt rises to an unprecedented level. Former Trump Senior Advisor Steve Cortes weighs in. Later, with multiple assassination attempts on President Trump, people of all levels debate whether he’s safe to be around. At the same time, public schools are funding trips to anti-Trump protests. Host of “The Chuck ToddCast” and former moderator of “Meet The Press,” Chuck Todd explains.Plus, AI automation is threatening traditional entry-level jobs. As the workforce mutates, Gen Z needs to adjust. Trade schools and learning a craft may be the answer. Is a welding certificate more valuable than a college degree? AI Expert Dr. Lisa Palmer breaks it down.This episode of “On Balance” originally aired on Friday, May 1, 2026. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. #OnBalanceNewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYppFind us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyGHow to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij