Did Tucker Carlson really endorse a Democrat for Senate? | On Balance Full Show

On this episode of “On Balance”: Batya Ungar-Sargon fills in for Leland Vittert and discusses Vice President JD Vance's close relationship with Tucker Carlson, who has endorsed Abdul El-Sayed, D-Mich., for Senate. Jesse Weber and Erick Erickson weigh in.

Meanwhile, the war with Iran continues as Americans grapple with rising gas prices. Jennifer Gavito assesses the situation.

Later, how will Democrats navigate Kamala Harris' political future, and has the Democratic Socialists of America, or DSA, squandered support among Black voters? Joshua Franklin, Donte Mills and Harrison Fields break down the politics.

Plus, has feminism helped or hurt American women? Bethany Mandel and Laurie Watkins examine the question.

This episode originally aired September 3, 2026.

"On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. Subscribe to his War Notes newsletter here: https://www.warnotes.com/ #OnBalance

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