How serious are Iran’s threats to Trump? | On Balance Full Show

How serious are Iran’s threats to Trump? | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert examines Iran's threats against President Donald Trump and asks how seriously they should be taken. Charles Marino, Caroline Sunshine and Philip Mudd weigh in. Meanwhile, the UFO mystery continues as the Department of War releases a fourth batch of files. Rep. Nancy Mace discusses the latest developments and the ongoing push for transparency. Later, the panel examines the growing popularity of socialist political movements in the United States. Lauren Wright, Denny Salas and Oliver Larkin discuss what's driving the shift. Also, the final day of preliminary hearings in the Charlie Kirk assassination case wrapped up Friday. Andrew Kolvet analyzes the proceedings and what could come next. Plus, a proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo is generating controversy and community concerns. Zoo CEO Rick Schwartz shares his perspective. This episode originally aired July 10, 2026.#iran #trump #newsnation "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

Is Graham Platner out of the race or not? | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses the mess Graham Platner has created in Maine. The Democratic Party is stuck here. What do they do? Mike Nellis and Scott Tranter weigh in. Meanwhile, the controversial ruling on birthright citizenship. Do you get a redo at the Supreme Court? Ian Samuel and May Mailman examine the decision. Later, President Trump’s polling is up as gas prices are down, but Republicans are terrified it won’t last now that the war in Iran has restarted. Shelby Talcott, Steve Cortes, and Mark McKinnon assess the situation. Also, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s problematic immigrant community map had some notable omissions, leaving New Yorkers outraged. Plus, the trial into the assassination of Charlie Kirk continues, as we hear from the alleged killer’s boyfriend for the first time. Josh Hammer analyzes the latest developments. "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/ #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

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