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CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip

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

Vance Refuses To Apologize For Labeling ICE Victim As “Assassin” CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Trump Doubles Down On Calling To “Nationalize” U.S. Elections CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Trump Demands Republicans “Nationalize” America’s Elections CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Federal Agents Arrest Don Lemon Over Church Protest CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Border Czar: ICE & CBP Working On Minneapolis “Drawdown Plan” CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Elizabeth Warren To GOP: Time To Speak Out CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 Trump & Officials Begin To Point Fingers After ICE Shooting CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 New Video & Analysis Contradict DHS Account Of Citizen Shooting CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
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
 FBI Agent Who Tried To Probe Renee Good’s Shooter Resigns CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
The feds defend the detention of a preschooler while introducing a new catchphrase for the outrage. Plus, Donald Trump’s assertion that NATO troops avoided the front lines in Afghanistan draws rebukes from Prince Harry to America’s greatest ally.
Jan 24, 2026
 Ice Detaining 5-Year-Old Boy, Father At Texas Facility Amid Outcry CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
Federal officers begin arresting protestors who rushed a Minnesota church while the White House alters pictures of a suspect. Plus, did ICE use a preschooler as bait?
Jan 23, 2026
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