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The Iran ‘Smoking Gun’; America’s Victories This Week

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

On this week's episode of “Batya!”, as the conflict in Iran rages on, Batya Ungar-Sargon says the media wants people to believe Israel tricked Trump into going to war with Iran. But while Israel and the U.S. share similar goals in the region, she says it was Trump who made the final call. Plus, 5-year-old Liam Ramos became a face behind massive debate over ICE deportation tactics. Batya Ungar-Sargon says while she’s compassionate about the family’s plight, the media hasn’t been telling the whole story about little Liam’s parents. And Ungar-Sargon reflects on the week’s major milestones, from sending four astronauts around the moon to the daring rescue of a U.S. pilot shot down in Iran.

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God & Country

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000

More people are reaching for their faith, mentioning their practice and leaning into spiritual attachments. Batya Ungar-Sargon premieres a special edition of "Batya!" exploring the state of religion in America. Batya is joined by Pastor Alex Williams of the Institutional Church, Rabbi Motti Seligson, spokesperson for the Chabad‑Lubavitch movement, and Father Anthony Domenic Sorgie, pastor of the Immaculate Conception & Assumption of Our Lady Parish, to discuss why more Americans are turning toward religion again and viewing it as a positive force in society. Plus, television host and author Kathie Lee Gifford joins to discuss her new book and the role Christianity has played in her life and work. And Andrew Kolvet, a spokesperson for Turning Point USA, joins to discuss Charlie Kirk’s legacy of influencing young people on politics and religion. “It became apparent to the viewer that faith was this foundation, this wellspring of knowledge and love that Charlie lived his life so well,” Kolvet says.

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Europe’s Refusal to Help in Iran War; New Midterm Trouble for Dems?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

On this week's episode of "Batya!", while the war in Iran rages on, Batya Ungar-Sargon says it’s been America’s allies in the Middle East who have come to our aid rather than NATO allies in Europe. She talks to ret. Brigader General Mark Kimmitt for his take on the conflict. Plus, former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who led the Russia investigation against President Trump, recently died, and Trump didn’t spare any kind words. Batya Ungar-Sargon says while the president didn’t “rise to the occasion,” his comments do reveal key qualities. And while Democrats are projected to “wipe out” Republicans in the upcoming midterm, could new polling showing a mass voter exodus from the Democratic Party could spell trouble for the left in November.

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Ben Shapiro talks Trump critics; Sean O’Brien on Teamsters

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, podcaster and commentator Ben Shapiro tells “Batya!” that critics of President Trump and the war in Iran don’t represent a significant movement. “This is a small splinter faction of the Republican Party,” he says. Plus, Sean O’Brien, Teamsters general president, explains the “bold move” his team made not to endorse a presidential candidate going into the 2024 election. Democratic strategist Corbin Trent and former DNC Deputy National Press Secretary Jose Aristimuno join “BATYA!” to discuss why progressive messaging isn’t resonating.

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Terror attacks across the US; KISS’ Gene Simmons tells celebs to ‘shut up’

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, multiple suspected terror attacks broke out in the U.S. Conservative podcaster Tim Pool and John Spencer, founder of the Urban Warfare Institute, join to discuss the media’s attempts to label the war as an “unmitigated disaster.” Plus, with the war in Iran spiking gas prices across the country, Economist John Carney explains why the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz may determine how long President Trump can continue his military operations in Iran. And as celebrities weigh in on the current political climate, Batya Ungar-Sargon says KISS’ Gene Simmons has one message for them: “Do your art and shut up.”

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Iran War Restoring American Dominance; Kristi Noem Fired

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Batya Ungar-Sargon says the Trump administration’s military action in Iran is the latest move to restore the U.S. as the world’s superpower. Former Army Sgt. Dan Hollaway and former Air Force technical Sgt. Brandon Gresham joins to discuss how veterans feel about the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran. Plus, Kristi Noem is out as DHS secretary after months of high-profile scandals. Former Democratic campaign operative Evan Barker joins Batya Ungar-Sargon to figure out what finally earned Noem a “you’re fired” from President Trump. And, while the House Oversight committee dragged Bill and Hillary Clinton to a deposition on Jeffrey Epstein, Batya Ungar-Sargon says there’s still no “there-there” in the case with millions of Epstein files released and virtually no high-profile arrests. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities.

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‘Patriotism is Back’: Glenn Beck; Texas Primary Heats Up; Clintons Deposed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

This week on “Batya!”, conservative commentator Glenn Beck exclaims how “patriotism is back” in America.” He and Batya Ungar-Sargon chat about President Trump's performance at the State of the Union. Plus, Texas is embroiled in a heated primary for one of the state’s Senate seats as Trump has yet to endorse any of the Republican challengers, even as voters head to the polls. And the Clintons gave hours of testimony in the House Oversight Committee’s Epstein probe. As Republicans and Democrats try to score political points over the Epstein files, conservative Gen Z influencer Link Lauren joins to explain the difference he sees in chatter on the internet around Epstein and actual issues driving voters. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities.

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SCOTUS Strikes Down Tariffs, Amb. Huckabee on Iran and 2028 Dem Contenders

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, a look at the Supreme Court ruling against President Trump’s emergency tariffs. Batya Ungar-Sargon speaks with a panel of swing voters to get their reactions and discuss whether justices aided foreign countries like China in their ruling.

Plus, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee talks about growing tension in Iran and what President Trump hopes the Iranian regime will do to prevent war.

And the former Biden press office chief of staff gives her take on which Democratic presidential contenders are rising to the top ahead of the 2028 election.

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New jobs report and Trump's economy, ‘Real Housewives of Capitol Hill’

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!” The January jobs report revealed the U.S. added more than 130,000 jobs, surpassing economists' expectations. Batya Ungar-Sargon says President Trump’s economy is starting to deliver, and the “secret sauce” may not actually be a secret - deportation. Ungar-Sargon is joined by a panel of truck drivers to discuss whether American citizens in the labor force are being undercut by migrant workers. Plus, Political commentator Emily Jashinsky joins "Batya" to discuss the heated Congressional oversight hearing with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi earlier this week. And a new poll found American adults are steadily losing confidence in the news media, as Batya Ungar-Sargon shares the “winners and losers of the week.” On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities.

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Americans will support mass deportations despite polling results: Ungar-Sargon

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Batya Ungar-Sargon opens her show discussing President Donald Trump's immigration agenda and how it will be important for the Hispanic vote across the country. "This will be crucial for the midterms, especially for Hispanic voters, a demographic the Republicans desperately need to keep the House," Batya says. #immigration #trump #deportations

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Parents' lives changed by illegal immigration, celebs weigh in on politics

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, tensions remain high across the country over immigration enforcement. Batya Ungar-Sargon speaks with two families whose lives were forever changed by illegal immigration. Sabine Durden-Coulter lost her son to a migrant truck driver in 2012. Coleman's daughter, Dalilah, was struck by a migrant truck driver in 2024, which left her nonverbal and relearning how to walk. Both parents tell "Batya!" Americans don't understand how hurt they are to see them fighting against Trump's deportation agenda. Plus, Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee, joins “Batya!” to weigh in on Bruce Springsteen’s new anti-ICE anthem, released in the wake of unrest in Minnesota. “What is it, 1965? When’s the last time a protest song did anything?” he says. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Trump frustrates Dems over Greenland, support for Trump’s immigration agenda

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Batya Ungar-Sargon says President Trump was able to outmaneuver European elites at the World Economic Forum for the sake of Americans and walked away with the framework for acquiring Greenland. Plus, The Daily Wire’s Michael Knowles joins “Batya!” to discuss President Trump’s continued aggressive push for Greenland and the Democrats' outrage against him for how he’s tried to secure the deal. And former CNN host Don Lemon joined and livestreamed an anti-ICE protest inside a church. As some of the participants have been arrested for the protest, Ungar-Sargon wonders why the former TV anchor was spared the legal consequences. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Minneapolis unrest, Renee Good’s father-in-law's response

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Tricia McLaughlin, the Department of Homeland Security’s assistant secretary for public affairs, rebuts criticisms of the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration in Minnesota. Plus, President Trump said he's cancelling all meetings with Iranian officials until government executions of protesters stop. NewsNation's Katie Pavlich joins "Batya!" to discuss the message Trump is sending. And Renee Good’s father-in-law said in an interview he doesn’t blame ICE, Renee or anyone for her death. Batya Ungar-Sargon says his interview showcases the spirit of Americans — “compassionate, understanding and holding fast to one’s convictions even when others don’t share them.” On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Finding the truth behind the Minnesota ICE shooting with Sen. Tim Sheehy

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

On this episode of “Batya!”, the fatal shooting of 37-year-old mother Renee Good in Minnesota by an ICE officer was the talk of the week. As both political sides fight over who’s at fault, Batya Ungar-Sargon asks how we can address this tragedy with compassion, while also telling the truth. Plus, Sen. Tim Sheehy, R-Montana, gives his take on the shooting. Growing up in the Twin Cities himself, Sheehy says he doesn’t want to have to see ICE officers in Minneapolis, but he believes the migrant problem has gotten so out of hand that it’s necessary. And new polling from an organization helping elect Democrats found 70% of voters think the party is out of touch with issues deeply affecting working-class Americans. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Memorable conversations with Glenn Beck, Brian Tyler Cohen and more

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Batya Ungar-Sargon looks back at the conversations she's had with a wide variety of guests, from Glenn Beck and Ben Shapiro to Brian Tyler Cohen and Nina Turner. Batya also looks back to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and how she says he was killed for doing what he loved, debating others in an attempt to find common ground. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Dr. Oz talks vaccine skepticism, Piers Morgan’s ‘high tolerance for chaos’

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Dr. Mehmet Oz joins the show to discuss what the Health and Human Services is shaping into after a year under President Trump. Plus, British journalist Piers Morgan shares what his keys to success have been. And Scott Jennings, the author of "A Revolution of Common Sense," explains why he believes Ben Shapiro's speech at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest was needed to get the Republican Party back on track. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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How Charlie Kirk kept the Sabbath; Musk/ DOGE was 'somewhat successful'

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

This week on “Batya!”, Batya Ungar-Sargon sits down exclusively with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. Together, they discuss Duffy’s announcement of a nationwide audit by the Department of Transportation, which found that almost half of New York’s non-domiciled CDLs were issued unlawfully or illegally. Plus, former Ohio state senator Nina Turner says Trump needs to have a “laser focus” on healthcare if he wants to stay in tune with his “America First” messaging. And Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk’s widow, was on a media blitz to promote the book Charlie wrote before his death. She explained how he disconnected from technology on the Sabbath to reconnect with family. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Jillian Michaels on Luigi Mangione’s popularity; Democrats' new hoax

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, President Trump’s comments about Somalis living in Minnesota are being labeled as racist by the mainstream media. But are his immigration concerns justified after multiple Somalis were arrested for a massive charity fraud scandal? Plus, fitness trainer Jillian Michaels joins to talk about alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione’s popularity despite being a suspected murderer. And years after Russiagate, the Democrats have a new hoax for the Trump administration — whether or not a Sept. 2 military strike on a suspected drug boat was a war crime. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Americans are more united than divided; What Batya’s thankful for

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, host Batya Ungar-Sargon opens by fighting against the narrative social and mainstream media have people believing that Americans are completely politically divided. Then, she looks back at several high-profile interviews she had with the likes of former Trump advisor Steve Bannon, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, conservative commentator Ben Shapiro and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik. And while celebrating more than two months since the first episode of “Batya!”, Ungar-Sargon shares what and who she’s thankful for this holiday season. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Dave Rubin on MTG-Trump feud; Dems lead GOP heading into 2026 midterms

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Dave Rubin, conservative commentator and host of “The Rubin Report,” joins the show. He and Batya Ungar-Sargon talk about Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud with President Trump and comments that white nationalist Nick Fuentes made about Vice President JD Vance’s wife. Plus, Ungar-Sargon addresses Democrats' “disgusting” message to U.S. troops. And former first lady Michelle Obama is saying Americans aren’t ready for a woman president. But whose fault is it really — the country’s or the candidate’s? On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Dana Loesch on Tucker, Fuentes interview; Trump bashed over for H-1B visas

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!,” radio host Dana Loesch joins to discuss how the Heritage Foundation president providing support for Tucker Carlson’s interview with known white supremacist Nick Fuentes is just a “weak ploy” for digital clicks. Plus, progressive podcaster Brian Tyler Cohen agrees with President Trump that H-1B visas make America stronger after the president took GOP heat for supporting the program. And "Euphoria" co-stars Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney are reportedly feuding over their political differences. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Glenn Beck on Zohran Mamdani’s win; Is Trump’s economic agenda working?

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000

On this episode of “Batya!”, Glenn Beck, founder of conservative media company “TheBlaze,” joins “Batya!” for an in-depth discussion about the state of our country. He and host Batya Ungar-Sargon hit on topics from democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win and what it means for New York City, to the legacy of Charlie Kirk and how he was crucial to Trump’s 2024 presidential victory. Plus, former Ohio state senator Nina Turner and the Washington Examiner reporter Salena Zito talk about Tuesday’s election wins for the Democrats as the party seeks a new face. And, one of the architects of President Trump’s economic agenda rates how President Trump is doing on the economy, as polling shows concern among Americans. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Poll says 70% of voters think Dems are out of touch, govt. shutdown impacts

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, a poll showed 70% of voters believe Democratic lawmakers are out of touch on issues Americans care about such as high prices, crime and securing the border. Host Batya Ungar-Sargon is joined by former Democratic Representative Tim Ryan and Senator Tim Sheehy, R-Mont., to discuss why Dems in Congress aren’t getting the message that voters think they care more about rich donors, rather than the majority of Americans. They also discuss the issues Republicans face with voters, including proposed spending cuts to healthcare and assistance programs. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Ben Shapiro on Dem candidate with Nazi tattoo, Trump demands $230M from DOJ

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!” host of “The Ben Shapiro Show” and co-founder of The Daily Wire Ben Shapiro joins the show. Shapiro and Batya discuss a Democratic Senate candidate who had to cover up a tattoo with links to Nazis, all as Dems pillage the GOP with rhetoric about being too aligned with Nazi ideology. They talk about how both sides need to do better at condemning Nazi rhetoric in politics. Plus, President Trump is seeking $230 million from the Department of Justice for past cases brought against him. And who exactly is the progressive darling podcaster Hasan Piker? On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Transportation Secy. Sean Duffy, John Fetterman facing backlash from Dems

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy joins to talk about what the Department of Transportation is doing to enact President Trump’s policy agenda. From requiring U.S. truck drivers to speak English to possibly pulling NYC funds if progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the mayorship, Duffy lays out how DOT functions under his leadership. Plus, Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman is taking heat from other Dem lawmakers over his continued siding with the Trump administration. On "Batya!" host Batya Ungar-Sargon examines the week's most newsworthy topics with a wide range of newsmakers, prominent politicians, and media personalities. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Steve Bannon on Gaza peace deal and Trump in 2028, Katie Porter meltdown

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya!”, former Trump advisor and host of the “War Room” podcast Steve Bannon joins to tout President Trump’s peace deal in Gaza. He also gives his take on what New York City has in store if it elects progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani as mayor in November. And Bannon says after the 2026 midterms there may be “many alternatives” to get Trump on the ballot for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Coulter/ Mass migration hurting England; Dr. Oz on shutdown's health impacts

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Author Ann Coulter says the recent attack on a synagogue in the United Kingdom shows that mass migration in Europe needs to be addressed because of crimes committed by immigrants.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of Medicare and Medicaid Services, tells "Batya!" that the government shutdown is purely political and is creating difficulty for Americans. “The reality is the Democrats cannot possibly think we're going to revisit a bill, the One Big Beautiful Bill, that we worked so hard and so thoughtfully to get through, to save Medicaid, to deal with the fraud, waste, and abuse that was sinking this beautiful, wonderful program that helped so many Americans,” Oz says. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/

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Secy. Lutnick on the economy, Is Kamala Harris’ new book hurting Dems?

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of “Batya,” Batya sits down for an exclusive interview with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to talk about the state of the economy and what the Trump administration is doing about it. Plus, former news anchor Kari Lake and Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha discuss whether Vice President Kamala Harris’ new book is actually helping or hurting Democrats in future elections.

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Charlie Kirk’s Legacy, Jimmy Kimmel Live! Suspension

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Batya Ungar-Sargon debuts her new show “Batya!”

Host of “The Megyn Kelly Show,” Megyn Kelly and Batya discuss the political landscape following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and what justice might look like for his legacy. Plus, former Democratic strategist Dan Turrentine says the Trump administration is "absolutely" overreaching on free speech following Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show suspension.

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