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On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert asks if the source of the problems in the White House is President Trump himself or everyone around him. Trump is getting bad advice from someone, focusing on things Americans don’t care about and ignoring everything they do. Whether it’s the ballroom or the Anti-Weaponization Fund, the administration needs to learn how to read the room, and fast. The economy is suffering, and so are Trump’s approval ratings. Mark McKinnon, the creator and executive producer of “The Circus” on Showtime, and Semafor's White House correspondent Shelby Talcott discuss the issues at stake. Meanwhile, could Cuba be the 51st state? It seems like déjà vu from Venezuela in January, with an indictment…
On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert dives into how President Trump is seeking a win at home and on the international stage amid the ongoing war with Iran. Former Pennsylvania Congressman Charlie Dent, executive producer of “The Circus” on SHOWTIME Mark McKinnon and former Associate Director of the Office of Management and Budget under the first Trump administration Jessica Anderson discuss how Trump seems to be in control of very little right now. Plus, NewsNation White House correspondent Kellie Meyer, former U.S. Fifth Fleet Commander Vice Admiral John "Fozzie" Miller and retired Navy Captain Brent Sadler break down how China holds all the cards in dealing with Iran, including the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. …
Democratic strategist Madeline Summerville and Mark McKinnon, creator of "The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth," join “On Balance” to discuss the Democratic Party’s strategy heading into the 2028 election. #democrats #2028election #politics "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
Mark McKinnon, creator and executive producer of SHOWTIME’s “The Circus”, and NewsNation political contributor Lauren Wright join “On Balance” to discuss whether Vice President JD Vance can please MAGA factions who disagree about the U.S. war in Iran. #Iran #JDVance #World "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
The congressional impasse continues over funding for the Department of Homeland Security, with Democrats insisting on restrictions for federal immigration authorities. Joining “On Balance” to discuss are Yemisi Egbewole, former White House press office chief of staff for the Biden administration, and Mark McKinnon, executive producer of “The Circus.” #Politics #ICE #DHS "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
Mark McKinnon, creator and executive producer of "The Circus,” and Kendall Scudder, chairman of the Texas Democratic Party, join “On Balance” to discuss the Texas Senate races as midterm votes are being counted. #texas #senateraces #midterms "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
Republicans will need to spend "a lot of money they wouldn't have otherwise" on the Texas Republican Senate primary, Mark McKinnon tells "On Balance." MORE: https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/2026-midterm-elections/texas-primary-election-results-2026/
Mark McKinnon, creator and executive producer of "The Circus,” and Kendall Scudder, chairman of the Texas Democratic Party, join “On Balance” to discuss the Texas Senate races as midterm votes are being counted. #texas #senateraces #midterms "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
The four-term senator is determined to prevail Tuesday against two challengers who view him as a relic of the George W. Bush era. The race could go to a runoff in May.