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CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
Abby Phillip delivers a smart, sharp approach to the day's biggest stories.
The White House can’t keep its story straight after Donald Trump shares a racist video of the Obamas, sparking anger across America.
Feb 7, 2026
In the fight against Donald Trump nationalizing elections, Democrats are using a controversial new analogy. Plus, Hilary Clinton dares Republicans to open the doors and turn on the cameras for her Epstein interview.
Feb 6, 2026
After weeks of chaos, Donald Trump pulls back on ICE in Minnesota as his number two refuses to pull back on claims. Plus, while the president pushes to nationalize America’s elections, one of his MAGA bulldogs wants to galvanize them.
Feb 5, 2026
As the president tries to nationalize elections based on conspiracies, he’s putting Tusli Gabbard in charge. She is at the center of a mysterious whistleblower complaint.
Feb 4, 2026
A mysterious complaint, a unusual call during a raid, and a public effort by the party of state’s rights to MAGA-fy democracy. Plus, the anti-ICE chorus gets louder as Republicans get a wakeup call in Texas.
Feb 3, 2026
Freedom of the press is the latest casualty of Donald Trump’s retribution war. Don Lemon and other independent journalists are arrested. A look at what it means for the First Amendment.
Jan 31, 2026
A major reversal in Minneapolis, a change at the top, and a new tone. A look at what Tom Homan taking charge means for a city on the brink. Plus, new CNN analysis of the Alex Pretti shooting.
Jan 30, 2026
The ICE debate intensifies as dramatic new video shows Alex Pretti clashing with agents 11 days before his death. Plus, a threat from the President to the Minneapolis mayor sets off a chain reaction about the role of police.
Jan 29, 2026
Stephen Miller deflects blame to the agents on the ground while the drumbeat grows louder for Kristi Noem’s job. Plus, Donald Trump’s moment of concession includes a pledge and a throw under the bus. Also, a man rushes Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall.
Jan 28, 2026
A watershed moment for gaslighting in dark times. Does the spin of Alex Pretti’s death prove there are bounds for brazenness? Plus, how gun rights are apparently not universal for some on the right.
Jan 27, 2026
