Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign, what happens next? | On Balance Full Show

Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign, what happens next? | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses Graham Platner’s decision to drop out of the election for U.S. Senate in Maine and the tough position in which the Democrats find themselves. Meanwhile, is Ken Paxton doing as much damage in Texas to the Republicans? Mark Halperin, Larry O’Connor and Kevin Walling assess the political fallout.Later, the state of the ceasefire in Iran and President Trump’s bitter options. Representative Adam Smith, D-Wash., and retired Gen. Philip Breedlove weigh the options.Also, are gas prices rigged? As oil prices fall significantly, gas still remains high. Scott Shellady examines the numbers.Plus, the Mitch McConnell mystery. At what point do Republicans have to answer these questions? Chris Cillizza analyzes. This episode originally aired July 8, 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

Trump's real legacy moment? Inside his NATO showdown with Putin | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," could Trump be the president to get the best of Vladimir Putin? No American president has been to a NATO summit with the Russian president on the ropes. Bill O'Reilly weighs in on what's happening at the NATO summit and whether this could be President Trump's real legacy moment. Meanwhile, Democrats are still paying the price for lying about President Biden's health, and Republicans are now making the same mistake with Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been in a hospital for three weeks. Former Pennsylvania Republican Congressman Charlie Dent says we will never have term or age limits. Later, the Graham Platner fallout. Democrats are abandoning Maine's oysterman for U.S. Senate after sexual assault allegations. Yemisi Egbewole, Meghan Hays and Michael Shepherd on the divide and the fight inside the Democratic Party.Plus, a shocking report finds New York City public schools failing its students, with fewer than half passing math and reading on state exams. Robert Pondiscio on whether this is proof socialists have no desire to help America's working class.This episode originally aired July 7, 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

New serious allegations against Graham Platner | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," the Democratic establishment has been losing and appears to now be quitting. This comes as new allegations hit Graham Platner. Batya Ungar-Sargon, Mike Nellis and Megan Romer weigh in.Meanwhile, President Trump heads to Turkey for the annual NATO summit, as Russian President Vladimir Putin may be in his weakest position yet. Brigadier General John Teichert examines what's happening.Later, Vice President JD Vance writes about finding his faith — Catholicism — in his new book. Could this be a political strategy? Monsignor Jim Lisante offers his insight into how Catholicism could play a major role in reshaping the Republican Party.Also, for the first time, Erika Kirk and Charlie's parents are in the courtroom with his alleged killer, Tyler Robinson. Criminal Defense Attorney Dan Cogdell gives his perspective on the case. Plus, a divided nation has many Americans packing up and leaving their homes. Frank Luntz joins to discuss where they're going and what it means....This episode original aired on July 6th, 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

Are socialists taking over the Democratic party? | On Balance Full Show 7/1

On this episode of "On Balance," Batya Ungar-Sargon fills in for Leland Vittert and discusses how the Democratic Socialists of America are seemingly taking over America, with another socialist victory last night in Colorado. Corbin Trent, Hyma Moore and Rafael Mangual weigh in. Meanwhile, is the never-ending war really over, or was the ceasefire a temporary tactic to ease gas prices? Ambassador Nathan Sales and Chris Cillizza examine the latest developments. Later, the battle over banning birthright citizenship may not be over, as President Trump vows to keep fighting. Jose Aristimuño and Monet Flores-Bacs assess what comes next. Also, the failures of the GOP continue, as Republicans seem unable to do the jobs they were elected to do. Rep. Richard McCormick, R-Ga., offers his perspective. Plus, it is America’s 250th birthday. Administrator Kelly Loeffler joins the show to reflect on the milestone. This episode originally aired on July 1, 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: War Notes | Leland Vittert | Substack #onbalance "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

Supreme Court blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order | On Balance Full Show 6/30

On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses the series of controversial recent Supreme Court rulings, many of them breaking and setting historic precedent. Mick Mulvaney, Tom Dupree, and Isabel Brown weigh in. Meanwhile, the war in Ukraine wages on, as President Putin has to grapple with an increasing number of setbacks. Former Defense Secretary under President Obama Leon Panetta assesses the battlefield. Later, the Colorado races for governor and House of Representatives have officially wrapped. Will another socialist take office? Also, Texas’s Senate race is in a dead tie. Could James Talarico upset Ken Paxton and turn the seat blue? Mark Halperin, Kevin Walling, and Larry O’Connor assess the races. Plus, Chicago is on fire, with crime rampant and chaos spreading across the city. Rod Blagojevich examines the crisis. This episode originally aired on June 30, 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: War Notes | Leland Vittert | Substack #onbalance NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on cable: https://trib.al/YDOpGyG How to watch on TV or streaming: https://trib.al/Vu0Ikij