Overview
- Pavlich will take over the 10 p.m. ET slot from Ashleigh Banfield, who is moving to lead a true-crime digital vertical with podcast content appearing on the network.
- The new program is slated to debut in early 2026 with a focus on the day's biggest political stories through commentary, analysis, and debate.
- Nexstar Networks president Sean Compton said the addition provides viewers an extra hour of political news and analysis consistent with fact-based reporting and diverse viewpoints.
- NewsNation's primetime lineup will feature Elizabeth Vargas at 7 p.m., Chris Cuomo at 8 p.m., Leland Vittert at 9 p.m., and Katie Pavlich at 10 p.m.
- After initially signaling the hour would feature a rotating cast, the network confirmed Pavlich as the permanent host.