Shark Tank investor Kevin O’Leary delivered a blunt assessment of his fellow CNN panelists during a chaotic debate, declaring them all “nuts” after a heated argument spiraled out of control on NewsNight.

Fiery Exchange Over Election Discussion

The confrontation erupted when Ana Navarro, CNN commentator and The View co-host, shifted the conversation from election results to federal law enforcement issues. Navarro cited a recent Minnesota case involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and a Venezuelan migrant, claiming the federal government was “fabricating things, lying.” O’Leary repeatedly interrupted, demanding to know what the immigration incident had to do with ballot discussions. The exchange quickly devolved into both panelists shouting over each other while host Abby Phillip struggled to maintain order.

When Phillip offered O’Leary a final comment opportunity, the businessman delivered his memorable assessment without hesitation. The host then scolded O’Leary for his conduct, warning that she would skip him in future discussions if he had nothing constructive to contribute.

Immigration Case Details Surface

The Minnesota incident Navarro referenced involved an ICE officer shooting a Venezuelan migrant in January. Federal agents initially claimed the migrant and two others attacked officers with a snow shovel and a broom handle. However, the Justice Department filed motions last week to drop criminal charges against the Venezuelan men after evidence contradicted the officers’ accounts. ICE acknowledged its agents made false statements under oath and placed them on administrative leave pending investigation.

Pattern of CNN Panel Conflicts

This latest clash represents another chapter in the ongoing tensions between O’Leary and liberal CNN contributors. The businessman frequently challenges progressive viewpoints during panel discussions, leading to heated exchanges that generate significant viewer attention. Navarro defended her immigration example by arguing it demonstrated broader government credibility issues, telling O’Leary he lacked “basic information” about current events. The incident highlights the increasingly polarized nature of cable news political discussions, where substantive policy debates often deteriorate into personal confrontations that prioritize entertainment value over informed analysis.