Sidebar with Katie Phang

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Sidebar With Katie Phang - 4/8/2026 Apr 08, 2026

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Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down Trump’s escalating and alarming rhetoric surrounding the conflict in Iran, from his unhinged Easter post to his latest threat to end a civilization. She unpacks Iran’s response, the growing controversy over the military budget, and what it all means for the risk of wider conflict. Plus, Sidebar welcomes its first guest, fan favorite Retired General Mark Hertling, who joins Katie to provide expert, firsthand insight into the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East.

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VP Vance Caught Running to Hungary for Orban's Playbook Apr 07, 2026

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While the world waits to see if Felon Trump will commit genocide this evening, JD Vance has been dispatched to Budapest to help fellow autocrat, Viktor Orban, win his fifth consecutive term in office. Katie Phang on why we need to be paying attention to Hungary.

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Trump Screws Americans as Trillions Go To Military Funding Apr 06, 2026

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Felon Trump wants $1.5 TRILLION in military spending, while slashing $73 BILLION in non-military programs, like cancer research and low-income heating assistance, and disaster response. Katie Phang breaks down Trump’s insane budget proposal, including an analysis of how building up the military would serve Trump well in a coup.

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Trump Spirals as 25th Amendment Push Grows Amid War Apr 06, 2026

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Whether it’s through impeachment or removal via the 25th Amendment, Felon Trump has got to go. But do you know how Section 4 of the 25th Amendment actually works? Katie Phang analyzes the law, including the evidence needed to determine if Trump is unable to perform his duties.

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DeSantis Panics as His MAGA Agenda Unravles in Final Days Apr 03, 2026

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Gov. Ron DeSantis is termed out, and as he departs, he wants to leave a police state in his wake. Florida State Senator Tina Polsky joins Katie Phang for a legislative round-up of some of the worst bills from this session, including a state SAVE Act, anti-DEI measures, and a domestic terrorist organization law.

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Trump Threatens War Crimes With Latest Iran Attack Apr 03, 2026

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Convicted Felon Donald Trump has set his sights on international war crimes. Yesterday’s bombing of a major bridge in Iran a few weeks after the bombing of an elementary school, coupled with threats to bomb other critical infrastructure in Iran may constitute war crimes. Katie Phang brings her legal analysis on these issues & warns that this may just be the beginning.

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Bondi Faces Legal Nightmare After Trump Fires Her From DOJ Apr 02, 2026

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Bondi gets the boot by Trump. And the bad news gets worse for Bondi: her previous shield against Florida Bar ethics complaints is gone as she heads to the private sector. Katie Phang’s scathing analysis on why Bondi’s bar card is up for grabs.

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Trump’s ICE Under Fire After Refugee Death Ruled Homicide Apr 02, 2026

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In a horrific Katie Phang News update, the Erie County Medical Examiner has determined that refugee Nurul Amin Shah Alam’s death was a homicide, caused by a painful medical emergency for which he did not receive any help. Katie Phang shares the details, including the specific cause of death findings and the disturbing response from CBP.

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Sidebar With Katie Phang - 4/1/2026 Apr 01, 2026

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Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, she breaks down the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including record-breaking gas prices, the use of taxpayer dollars to fund the war, and the misinformation surrounding ongoing negotiations. She also covers the birthright citizenship case heading to the Supreme Court tomorrow, newly revealed plans for Trump’s presidential library in Miami, and the latest turmoil inside his cabinet. Tune in for sharp, no-nonsense analysis that cuts through the noise and helps you understand what’s really happening.

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SCOTUS Makes Major Decision on Trump’s Attack on Children Mar 31, 2026

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Tomorrow, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in one of the biggest cases this term: Trump v. Barbara, which deals with Trump’s attempts to eliminate birthright citizenship pursuant to the 14th Amendment. The CEO of LULAC, Juan Proaño, joins Katie Phang for a discussion about the case, its client “Barbara,” who is the named plaintiff, and Trump’s relentless attacks on immigrants.

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