Most Watched Network During 10 Pm Et Hour Of Debate And Post Debate Analysis

Fox News Dominates Republican Primary Debate Coverage

Most-Watched Network During 10 PM ET Hour of Debate and Post-Debate Analysis

WEB FNC drew a record-breaking 128 million viewers during the first Republican primary debate of the 2024 campaign season, according to Nielsen Media Research. The network's coverage outperformed CNN in total viewers during the 10 PM ET hour, which included a round of post-debate analysis.

Fox News Simulcast Delivers Highest Viewership

Fox News' simulcast of the event, which was hosted by CNN, attracted the highest number of viewers. The network's coverage was available on two television channels and its streaming network, reaching an estimated 128 million viewers.

"Democracy 24" Debate Draws Massive Audience

Fox News' "Democracy 24" Fox News Republican Primary Debate drew a staggering 128 million total viewers on Wednesday, making it the most-watched telecast in all of linear television.

Network Exceeds Expectations

"Fox News drew 128 million viewers during the first Republican presidential debate, exceeding expectations," the network said in a statement Thursday. "Fox News' first Republican debate of the 2024 presidential election exceeded expectations and brought in 128 million viewers."

Fox News Surpasses Competition

Fox News' coverage of the debate significantly surpassed that of its competitors. CNN, which hosted the event, drew an average of 120 million viewers during the 10 PM ET hour, while MSNBC drew approximately 110 million viewers.