NewsNation has announced it has inked primetime host Leland Vittert to a multi-year contract extension to remain with the network.
Vittert originally joined NewsNation in May 2021. Since then, he’s launched On Balance, the primetime program that airs at 9 PM ET.
“NewsNation is growing because a growing number of Americans want the fact-based journalism we provide every day,” said Vittert. “Their trust to deliver perspective grounded in what’s right and wrong – not left and right—is something I work to earn every night.”
“Leland has quickly carved out a distinctive and compelling role in primetime,” added Nexstar Networks Division President Sean Compton. “He combines keen intellect with relentless curiosity and a true dedication for elevating voices from every corner of America.”
During his time at the network, Leland Vittert has anchored special election coverage, special programming, and breaking news coverage. He also published a memoir in 2025 called “Born Lucky“, which details his journey through an autism diagnosis.
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