Leland Vittert asks "why?" about the most pressing matters of the day, with an intellectual, balanced and sometimes irreverent take on the news. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" airs weeknights at 9/8C.
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Can Russia be trusted to tell the truth about the plague? | On Balance Full Show
On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses how President Trump is attempting to address rising prices and the struggling economy. Bill O’Reilly breaks down what it means for Americans.Meanwhile, we are four weeks out from the midterm elections. Scott Tranter analyzes the state of the races.Later, the developing plague outbreak in Russia. Dr. Ashish Jha and Lindsay Moran examine the potential public health threat and Russia’s lack of transparency.Plus, the U.S. has moved B-1 bombers out of the UK amid concerns over potential Iran-linked threats. Brigadier General John Teichert assesses the security concerns.This episode originally aired Oct. 5, 2026."On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #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
8 Oct 2026
Affordability takes center stage as the midterms near | On Balance Full Show
On this episode of "On Balance," Batya Ungar-Sargon fills in for Leland Vittert and discusses the failing economy as the midterm elections are now just four weeks away. Peter Navarro weighs in. Meanwhile, new developments on the Cornell rape allegations. Donte Mills and Olivia Reingold examine the latest. Later, all eyes are on the Michigan Senate race. Leland Vittert breaks down the race live from Michigan. Also, tomorrow marks three years since the Oct.7 massacres in Israel. Plus, student protests are consuming France. Nile Gardiner assesses the unrest. This episode originally aired Oct. 6, 2026."On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #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
4 Oct 2026
New developments in the Cornell 7 case | On Balance Full Show
On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert examines new developments in the Cornell University fraternity rape case. Dr. Judith Joseph and Lauren Wright offer their analysis and perspective on the fallout.Meanwhile, with 32 days until the midterm elections, has the blue wave peaked? Iowa Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn joins the show.Later, we look at the aftermath of the attempted Flydubai hijacking. How can it be prevented from happening again? Arik Arad and Chris Swecker offer their insight.Finally, is President Trump getting too close to the aristocracy? Batya Ungar-Sargon weighs in."On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #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
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