Fourth GOP Debate Attracts 4.1 Million Viewers, Continuing Downward Trend

Despite Overall Decline, NewsNation and The CW Set Viewership Records

The fourth GOP presidential primary debate, hosted by NewsNation and The CW, attracted a total of 4.1 million viewers, marking a continued decline in viewership from previous debates.
Despite the overall decline, the debate set a viewership record for NewsNation, with 1.6 million tuning in, and marked The CW's most-watched program since 2018.
Republican frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, has not participated in any of the debates, instead opting for counterprogramming such as rallies and interviews.
The debate featured four primary candidates: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, and political newcomer Vivek Ramaswamy.
Two more Republican primary debates are slated for January and will be hosted by CNN.