CHICAGO, IL (December 15, 2025) – NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing cable news network in total day and primetime viewership, today announced that multiplatform journalist and political analyst Katie Pavlich is joining the network as the host of a new primetime program airing weekdays at 10 p.m. ET. The new program, focusing on the day’s biggest political news stories, will debut in early 2026.
“We’re pleased to give our primetime viewers an additional hour of political news and analysis that helps them make sense of the day’s most important headlines,” said Sean Compton, President of Nexstar Networks. “NewsNation has always been committed to delivering straightforward, fact-based journalism for all Americans, which includes presenting diverse viewpoints and original ideas. Katie is a seasoned journalist and commentator, and we believe her unique voice will be a tremendous asset to our primetime audience.”
Each weeknight, Ms. Pavlich will offer her sharp insight on major news and current events, covering topics such as free speech, culture, immigration, national security, and foreign policy. Her program will feature spirited debates along with dynamic panel discussions and in-depth conversations with key newsmakers.
“I am honored to join NewsNation during this dynamic period in its development, and the opportunity to anchor a primetime program is an exceptional privilege,” stated Ms. Pavlich. “I look forward to bringing a fresh perspective on the news to Americans across the country, while presenting a venue for thoughtful debate across a wide spectrum of opinions. It’s a front row seat to history – I can’t wait to buckle in and get started.”
Ms. Pavlich has spent the last 16 years as news editor of the conservative website Townhall.com. Since 2013, she has also appeared regularly on FOX News Channel as a political contributor, as a guest co-host for The Five, and guest hosting multiple primetime shows. She is the author of several books, including New York Times bestsellers Fast and Furious: Barack Obama’s Bloodiest Scandal and Assault & Flattery: The Truth About the Left and Their War on Women. Ms. Pavlich holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Arizona.
At 7 p.m. ET, anchor Elizabeth Vargas will continue to lead the network’s nightly newscast delivering the day’s biggest news stories with agenda-free reporting. Host Chris Cuomo will continue to anchor CUOMO at 8 p.m. ET, bringing a no-nonsense approach to the day’s top news headlines while On Balance with Leland Vittert at 9 p.m. ET will keep exploring issues from both sides of the political aisle.