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CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip

Abby Phillip delivers a smart, sharp approach to the day's biggest stories.

Debating the Divide: America's Political and Economic Struggles CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
Dive into the complexities of Trump's Iran War, rising CEO pays, and the economics behind it all. From troop withdrawals to CEO bonuses, we're covering it all with our dynamic panel!
May 2, 2026
 Trump & Defense Chief Claim Iran War Is Popular with Americans CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
As gas prices hit a new high in the third month of the war and polls hit new lows, the administration says the war is a popular one. Plus, while the FCC targets ABC after Jimmy Kimmel’s joke, the president suggests to fire him or else.
May 1, 2026
 Hegseth, Lawmakers Spar Over Whether War is “Quagmire” CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
A war reckoning and a defense secretary turning partisan when confronted for answers on Capitol Hill. Plus, a Trump foe turns himself in. Do Americans approve of the latest stop on the president’s retribution tour?
Apr 30, 2026
 DOJ: Comey’s Post of Seashells Amounts to Threat on Trump’s Life CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
The DOJ secures another indictment against Trump foe James Comey over his post that made waves. Plus, the FCC targets ABC with an extraordinary move after Jimmy Kimmel’s joke infuriates the White House.
Apr 29, 2026
 Official: Suspect Described “Targeting” Trump in “His Manifesto” CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
A uniquely American scene devolves into a uniquely American aftermath with finger pointing intensifying after the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting.
Apr 28, 2026
 Trump’s Polls Spiral as More Question His Competence CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
More Americans are questioning the president’s mental acuity as his late night rants get more unhinged and his war gets more indefinite. Plus, the Trump administration is bringing back firing squads for federal executions.
Apr 25, 2026
 Trump Refuses to Give Iran War Timeline CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
They accused Hunter Biden of profiting off the presidency and now Trump’s son is doing a victory lap from it. Plus, instead of setting more deadlines or promising it will be over soon, Trump is suggesting the end of the Iran war is indefinite.
Apr 24, 2026
 U.S. Navy Secretary Ousted After Months of Tension with Hegseth CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
Pete Hegseth keeps replacing his military leadership in the middle of the war. Plus, the president baselessly declares Virginia’s elections rigged as some Republicans are furious that he started the map battle in the first place.
Apr 23, 2026
 Sources: Iran’s Silence Sparked Trump to Extend Ceasefire CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
Donald Trump drops his deadline and extends the ceasefire without any apparent concessions from Iran. Plus, Virginia votes to potentially give Democrats four new seats in a fight the president began.
Apr 22, 2026
 WSJ: Aides Kept Trump Out of War Room Fearing His Impatience CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
From his rhetoric to new reporting that he was kept out of the room, is Donald Trump a hindrance to ending this war? Plus, when will Americans see $3 gas again?
Apr 21, 2026
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