MeidasTouch and Don Lemon expand into 24/7 streaming TV with

Don Lemon

Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:29 am

Press releases from MeidasTouch Network, Lemon Media Network and Swerve TV

MeidasTouch Network and Don Lemon are launching separate 24/7 streaming channels Oct. 27 through partnerships with Swerve TV, according to announcements from the companies. Both free, advertising-supported channels are debuting in the United States on Prime Video and Fire TV, with The Don Lemon Channel also launching on Local Now.

The MeidasTouch channel will combine news coverage, legal analysis, commentary and programming from its network of contributors. Lemon’s channel will feature live shows, interviews, call-in programming and selected partner content, with an election-night broadcast planned for Nov. 3.

The launches extend two news brands built around digital audiences into scheduled streaming television, giving viewers another way to watch their programming ahead of the midterm elections.

Company website: Swerve TV

Company website: Don Lemon

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