On EWTN News Nightly tonight: In his seventh consistory of his pontificate, Pope Francis created 13 new cardinals coming from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, at the Vatican on Saturday. Cardinal Antoine Kambanda from the Archdiocese of Kigali in Rwanda joins to discuss his new role as a cardinal and the state of Rwanda. Meanwhile, presumptive President-Elect Joe Biden, who moves into The Oval Office January 20, 2021, said he will nominate former Fed Chair Janet Yellen as Secretary of the Treasury. She would be the first woman to hold that top position if given the green light. As Biden continues to announce members of his team, pro-life groups are keeping a close eye on what this could mean for protections for the unborn. Government Affairs Counsel for Americans United for Life, Katie Glenn joins to discuss where things stand in terms of the importance of preserving the Hyde Amendment. Chief political columnist and White House Correspondent for 'Newsmax', John Gizzi shares his perspective on the economic team announcements. In Georgia, Democrats are continuing their work to get votes in support of Senate candidates Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff. Health officials are preparing for a new wave of coronavirus cases linked to holiday gatherings. According to TSA, nearly 1.2 million people passed through airport security yesterday, making it the busiest day for air travel since March.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: This week, drug maker Astrazeneca announced its COVID-19 vaccine is "highly effective" in preventing the virus. Though it became the third major drug company this month to report successful late-stage data in testing, doctors that are part of the National Catholic Bioethics Center are questioning the ethics behind its production. In Rome, the Congregation of the Passion of Jesus Christ has inaugurated it's jubilee in celebration of 300 years since its founding. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, a new partnership of organizations is announcing a nationwide initiative to protect the health, dignity, civil rights and religious freedoms of patients and families. Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee shares the importance of his Catholic faith and why he spoke out against the defacing of Catholic statues not only in Chattanooga, Tennessee, but around the country. The chief development officer for Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, Tara Arras, shares how the annual community Thanksgiving meal for the homeless and those in need went yesterday. And, the Basilica of St. Mary's is not only the oldest Catholic Church in Virginia but the story behind how it got here reveals the history of Catholicism in the United States.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Presumptive President-elect Joe Biden says his new national security team will keep the country safe and show that America is ready to lead the world. Senator Dianne Feinstein is facing criticism from her own Democratic party, with Senator Lindsey Graham stating that she "got in the way of Democrats' plans to expand the number of Supreme Court Justices." Reverend Dean Nelson, the director of 'Human Coalition Action' and chairman of the 'Fredrick Douglass Foundation' joins to discuss the importance of the legal actions the Fredrick Douglass Foundation has taken against Washington D.C. and whether they has heard a response yet. With the number of coronavirus cases continuing to rise, public officials are rolling out new guidelines regarding houses of worship. Archbishops across the nation are responding to the strict guidelines placed by their local officials. The program director of pregnancy and adoption support for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington, Meaghan Lane joins to talk about National Adoption Month. In Rome, Pope Francis has a new book titled "Let Us Dream" due December 1st. Correspondent, Colm Flynn joins to talk more on what is mentioned in the new book.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Donald Trump, still fighting to be re-elected, spoke in the White House Briefing Room about lowering prescription drug prices for Americans today. Republican Candidate for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District, Dr. Mariannette Miller-Meeks explains why this run for office was so important to her and how her Catholic faith has played a role throughout her life. Meanwhile, four senators joined 16 bipartisan House lawmakers in writing a letter to the U.N. Secretary General. They say he is intimately aware of the human rights violations of million of Uyghurs and other minorities in China. Sudanese public speaker, Miriam Ibrahim joins to share her first-hand experience as a persecuted Christian in Sudan. Jem Sullivan, author of 'The Beauty of Faith' examines the coming feast of the Presentation of Mary, through art. In Denmark, Bosnian refugee, Mateja Ladan becomes an aspiring surgeon despite her background in Sweden.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: At a dramatic, emotional afternoon news conference in Washington DC, the Trump Campaign legal team said “mass cheating” went on during the November 3rd, 2020 Presidential Election. Senior political columnist for the 'Washington Examiner', Timothy Carney joins to share his thoughts on what we're seeing in the political sphere regarding President Donald Trump not conceding and presumptive president-elect Joe Biden moving forward without the cooperation of the Trump administration. Although House Democrats hold a slight majority over House Republicans, there are a record number of pro-life Republican women in the House. The host and managing editor of EWTN Pro-Life Weekly, Catherine Hadro joins to share her reaction on the wave of pro-life women winning election to the U.S. House. Meanwhile, with executions scheduled for the coming weeks, U.S. bishops continue to call on the Trump administration to stop these federal executions.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Vaccine makers share hopeful news as coronavirus cases continue to grow around the world. Both Pfizer and Moderna are seeing a 95% effectiveness in their vaccines. Dr. Jerome Adams, surgeon general of the U.S., talks about where we are in the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic and gives guidance and thoughts on mask wearing. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump tweeted Wednesday: “The Georgia recount is a joke and is being done UNDER PROTEST.” And continued slamming Michigan as well over its vote counting. Bishop Michael Olson of Fort Worth, TX gives his takeaways from the USCCB fall general assembly and explains why he believes it is important to have more information on the financial transactions of former Cardinal McCarrick. The director of research and analytics at Becket, Caleb Lyman joins to discuss how the American people view religious freedom, especially during this pandemic. In Rome, correspondent Colm Flynn explains what Cardinal Giovanni A. Becciu is alleging against an Italian news magazine after resigning from the rights of a cardinal in late September.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Donald Trump’s campaign was in a Pennsylvania courtroom Tuesday working legal efforts to stop the 2020 election certification process. Senior editor for 'the Federalist', Christopher Bedford joins to provide analysis on the national importance of the Georgia special elections and the social media censorship surrounding the presidential election. On the second day of the general assembly, the USCCB approved a strategic plan from 2021-2024, a budget for the upcoming year and announced that they will continue their fight against racism. Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, archbishop of the U.S. military services, shares his perspective on the Vatican's report regarding former Cardinal McCarrick and also gives an update on the USCCB general assembly. In Rome, police have found hundreds of thousands of euros in cash hidden in two homes of a suspended Vatican official under investigation for corruption. Senior Rome correspondent for Catholic News Agency, Hannah Brockhaus joins to discuss the investigation.

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On EWTN News Nightly tonight: President Donald Trump, nearly two weeks after the 2020 Presidential Election, continues to battle on multiple fronts to ultimately try and win the race. White House correspondent for "Newsmax", John Gizzi joins to offer his perspective on where we stand as a nation, post-election. Democratic candidates for the senate in the state of Georgia are working hard to win over Georgia voters. Meanwhile, the U.S. Catholic bishops began their annual fall meetings today. This year, the USCCB is meeting virtually, and the bishops have elected chairmen for various committees. Executive director of EWTN's 'Catholic News Agency' Aci Group, Alejandro Bermudez joins the discussion on the USCCB general assembly. In Europe, we learn about the 900 year history of the monastery on Selja Island in Norway.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Donald Trump, speaking from the White House Rose Garden Friday, updated the nation on the incredibly critical race for a Covid-19 vaccine. Law professor at the Antonin Scalia Law School, Adam White shares his perspective on what the legal merits are to the president's challenges regarding the election. Meanwhile in the Senate, the winners of the two Georgia races will determine which party takes control. In terms of the Vatican report released earlier this week about former Cardinal McCarrick, the bishops of the USCCB will discuss the report and its impact at their virtual assembly next week. Catholic News Agency's DC bureau chief, Ed Condon will also discuss what other subjects the bishops will touch on. In France, the bishop of Nanterre, Bishop Mattieu Rogue joins us to share his insight on the mood of the country, as France continues to be on high alert after the Nice terrorist attack.

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On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: Presumptive President-elect Joe Biden released a statement sharing details about his conversation with Pope Francis. Donald Trump is continuing his fight for re-election. Although Democratic leaders from both chambers of Congress are condemning President Trump for still not conceding the election, the Senate majority leader is calling for unity from both parties to support a COVID-19 vaccine when it is approved. Cofounder and President of "Real Clear Politics", Tom Bevan, discusses the legal challenges brought by the Trump campaign, the status of the lawsuits they are pursuing and what evidence they have found of systemic fraud. Princeton University Professor Robert George joins us with his thoughts regarding various media outlets having called the presidential election in favor of Joe Biden, and how President Trump has not conceded but is instead pursuing legal action. Meanwhile in Rome, Fr. Hans Zollner, President of the Center for Child Protection, joins the discussion on what his reaction is to the findings of the UK report and the Vatican's probe into former Cardinal McCarrick.

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