Fox News star Katie Pavlich announced Monday she is leaving the network to host her own primetime show on NewsNation.
Pavlich will host a new 10:00 p.m. Eastern program on weekdays beginning in early 2026. The show is her first primetime hosting role after being a regular Fox News contributor since 2013.
“I am thrilled to announce a new show with NewsNation. See you soon, America! Stay tuned,” Pavlich wrote on X Monday.
🚨NEWS: I am thrilled to announce a new show with NewsNation. See you soon, America! Stay tuned 🇺🇸@NewsNation https://t.co/XdEbpI8A6I pic.twitter.com/wy86dwhidM
— Katie Pavlich (@KatiePavlich) December 15, 2025
Pavlich has been a regular on Fox News for over a decade, frequently appearing as a guest co-host on “The Five,” the network’s most-watched program, and as a fill-in host on multiple primetime shows.
“I am honored to join NewsNation during this dynamic period in its development, and the opportunity to anchor a primetime program is an exceptional privilege,” Pavlich said in a statement.
“I look forward to bringing a fresh perspective on the news to Americans across the country, while presenting a venue for thoughtful debate across a wide spectrum of opinions. It’s a front row seat to history — I can’t wait to buckle in and get started.”
Sean Compton, president of NewsNation’s parent company Nexstar Networks, praised Pavlich as a “seasoned journalist and commentator.”
“We’re pleased to give our primetime viewers an additional hour of political news and analysis that helps them make sense of the day’s most important headlines,” Compton said. “NewsNation has always been committed to delivering straightforward, fact-based journalism for all Americans, which includes presenting diverse viewpoints and original ideas. Katie is a seasoned journalist and commentator, and we believe her unique voice will be a tremendous asset to our primetime audience.”
Pavlich’s show will replace Ashleigh Banfield’s program, which has focused on criminal justice and true crime since 2021. Banfield is stepping away from the show to focus on a true crime podcast.
NewsNation executives said viewers wanted more news analysis at 10 p.m. rather than crime-focused programming.
Pavlich becomes the second personality to leave Fox News for a primetime slot on NewsNation. Leland Vittert, who previously worked as a reporter at Fox News, is NewsNation’s 9:00 p.m. anchor.
Elizabeth Vargas, best known for her long tenure with ABC News, leads NewsNation’s 7:00 p.m. broadcast. Chris Cuomo, who held long stints at both ABC News and CNN, anchors 8:00 p.m.