New 60 Minutes October 18 Episode To Feature Midterm Elections Drama, More War Damage & More
According to CBS, they are officially scheduled to air another new installment of their hit news series, “60 Minutes” tonight, October 18, 2026, and it will feature new segments about the drama surrounding the upcoming midterm elections, other damage that the Iran war has caused and more.
According to CBS’ official press release intel for this episode, it will feature a total of three new segments. The first one is titled, “THE VOTE.” It will take a look at how the voting system for the midterm elections is being severely stressed out by all the demands that the Trump administration has placed on the state and local officials.
There will also be a special interview with Republican Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson. She will talk about how she’s trying put up a resistance to a lot of the pressure from Washington. 60 MINUTES’ Lesley Stahl handled the reporting duties. Andrew Bast produced it.
The second, new segment is titled, “UP IN THE AIR.” It will feature a look at how the Iran war has also damaged one-third of the world’s helium supply and how it has affected a couple of American industries like: scientific research and semiconductor manufacturing. Correspondent Jon Wertheim handled the reporting duties. Lucy Hatcher produced it.
The 3rd and final new segment for this episode is titled, “SACHA BARON COHEN.” It will feature an exclusive interview with Golden Globe winner and Oscar award-nominated actor Sacha Baron Cohen. During it, he will talk about a new film he’s made, his form of comedy, the serious points he tries to convey and more. Ariel Levy did the reporting for this one. Michael Karzis, Aaron Weisz and Ian Flickinger produced this segment.
Again, CBS’ press release confirmed that they are officially scheduled to air this brand new episode of 60 Minutes tonight, October 18, 2026 in the 6:30 pm central standard time slot, or after LIVE coverage of an NFL football game. Whichever comes first.
That is a wrap for this latest, “60 Minutes” TV show, preview report, but definitely stay tuned for more.
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