Newsmax announced Thursday that more than 4 million Americans tuned in across its channels for the network's comprehensive live coverage of President Donald Trump's State of the Union address Wednesday night.
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27.02.2026. 08:47
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The coverage marks a major ratings and digital milestone for the company.
Newsmax's coverage began with "Carl Higbie FRONTLINE" followed by "Rob Schmitt Tonight."
The network delivered wall-to-wall special coverage anchored live from Washington, D.C., by Greta Van Susteren and Rob Finnerty, with analysis from Mark Meadows, former White House chief of staff, and commentator Mercedes Schlapp.
The special broadcast continued through midnight, providing viewers with in-depth analysis, real-time reaction, and exclusive interviews.
The Newsmax channel alone drew 2.8 million total viewers Wednesday night, according to Nielsen, while an additional 1.3 million streaming viewers watched coverage on Newsmax2, underscoring the growing reach of the network's digital platforms.
The Newsmax audience was so large on cable its total audience exceeded the combined viewership of Fox Business, CNBC, and NewsNation combined by 23%.
Throughout the evening, Newsmax's editorial team provided regular updates to Newsmax.com and engaged the network's more than 23 million social media followers with breaking developments, video highlights, and expert commentary.
"The president gave an epic speech and America tuned in, with a big chunk of his audience tuning into Newsmax," said Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy. "It was a big night for the president and for us."
In addition to airing the president's address live, Newsmax offered continual reporting and instant analysis from top newsmakers and commentators.
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AutorHigh-profile guests appearing on the network included Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and HUD Secretary Scott Turner.
Other major figures included Sens. Rick Scott, R-Fla., Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., Ron Johnson, R-Wis., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Ted Cruz, R-Texas, John Barrasso, R-Wyo., and Chris Coons, D-Del.
Additional contributors included Trish Regan, Trump presidential envoy Richard Grenell, presidential pollsters John McLaughlin and Dick Morris, and House chairmen Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., and Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio.
Other congressmen to appear included Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, and Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas.
Newsmax2 also featured live coverage with anchors Ed Henry and Bianca de la Garza, providing viewers with additional perspectives and extended post-speech analysis across streaming platforms.
"Our network coverage was first-rate and was not only on par with major networks but delivered the kind of comprehensive reporting viewers don't see much anymore," said Gary Kanofsky, Newsmax's senior vice president of news.
"From our anchors in Washington to our contributors and production teams across the country, this was a total newsroom effort," he said.
The strong performance reflects Newsmax's continued growth as a trusted destination for millions of Americans seeking live news events, in-depth analysis, and diverse perspectives.
With expanded distribution across cable, satellite, OTT, and streaming platforms, Newsmax continues to solidify its position as one of the nation's leading news networks.
Millions of Americans are now watching Newsmax anytime, anywhere by downloading our free app on smartphones and TVs.
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