As we wrap up the year 2025, NewsNation is celebrating a remarkable milestone: the network has achieved its highest ratings ever, marking a significant surge in viewership that has been steadily increasing since 2021. This information, derived from an analysis conducted by Forbes, reveals some fascinating insights into the cable news landscape.
According to the report, which utilized Nielsen ratings data, NewsNation is poised to conclude the year with unprecedented numbers in both prime-time and total day viewership. Specifically, the cable news outlet has seen its prime-time audience grow to an impressive 108,000 viewers year-to-date, representing a staggering increase of 218% since the network's inception just four years ago.
Among its various programs, “CUOMO,” hosted by Chris Cuomo, stands out as the most popular, experiencing a dramatic boost of 117% in its key demographic in 2025, averaging 13,000 viewers. The overall growth across all prime-time shows has been noteworthy, with Cuomo’s program seeing a solid year-over-year increase of 16% in total viewership.
Another standout is "NewsNation Live," an afternoon program led by Connell McShane, which emerged as the fastest-growing show on the network, boasting a viewership rise of 51%. These figures highlight not only the network's expanding reach but also its ability to engage audiences more effectively than before.
A pivotal moment for NewsNation came in September when it gained a significant edge over its competitors by providing extensive coverage of the tragic shooting of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk during a rally in Utah. The network's prime-time report on Kirk's death and memorial services captivated viewers aged 25 to 54, attracting 44,000 viewers in that demographic, surpassing both CNN and MSNBC for the first time.
Furthermore, NewsNation made a strategic move to enhance its programming by transitioning to 24/7 coverage in June, leading to double-digit growth in total viewers for two of its weekend shows: "Morning In America with Hena Doba," which saw a 37% increase, and "The Hill Weekend" with Chris Stirewalt, which experienced an 18% rise.
Looking ahead, NewsNation has ambitious plans to expand its programming lineup even further in 2026, as announced in recent press releases. With these developments, it will be interesting to see how the network continues to evolve and compete in the dynamic world of cable news.
