On tonight’s episode of The Tonight Show, we examined the government’s response to overcrowding at Oberstown Child Detention Centre after two Dublin teenagers were released despite being denied bail. Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan announced the creation of extra spaces, citing the need to protect public safety.

Joining the discussion were Fianna Fáil Senator Robbie Gallagher, Solas Project’s Ashling Golden, children’s law barrister Amy Deane, and court correspondent Tom Tuite.

We also turned to Washington, where President Trump said he had yet to decide whether to deploy B-52 bombers to Iran. Our correspondent Toni Waterman explored the divisions within Trump’s inner circle and MAGA supporters as the situation evolved.

And finally, Belfast rapper Liam O’Hanna — known as Mo Chara of Kneecap — appeared in a London court facing a terrorism charge linked to alleged support for Hezbollah. He was granted unconditional bail.

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On tonight’s episode of The Tonight Show, we break down the government’s push for emergency legislation to extend rent caps nationwide—potentially by Friday. While part of a broader rental reform plan, Housing Minister James Browne admits the changes could leave some renters, including students, without protection.

We also examine the government’s €148 million purchase of the CityWest Hotel, now set to become a permanent centre for international protection applicants. Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan defends the move as “value for money.”

Plus, we turn to the escalating rhetoric from Donald Trump, who has threatened Iran’s Supreme Leader while claiming control of the skies over Iran. Could this signal deeper U.S. involvement in the Middle East?

Joining the discussion: Minister of State Neale Richmond, Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty, and Irish Mirror political correspondent Louise Burne.

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On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy

A sharp decline in people taking out private health insurance is raising serious concerns, as rising premiums push coverage out of reach and add more strain to the public system.

In Ballymena, unrest has intensified with arrests and injuries after protests over a sexual assault case turned violent and racially charged.

Meanwhile, the Central Bank say they cannot refuse sale of Israeli war bonds.

🏛️ Claire Kerrane TD, Sinn Féin

📰 Mary Regan, Political Editor, Irish Independent

🏥 Ger Conalty, Head of Health Insurance, SYS Financial

📰 Eamonn McCann, Activist & Journalist

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