Sidebar with Katie Phang

A new lawsuit against celebrity hairstylist Frédéric Fekkai alleges disturbing details of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, including Epstein directing him to groom victims like dolls and to dye their hair a specific color. Victims claim that Fekkai and the other defendants enabled Epstein’s gender-motivated violence for years.  Katie Phang walks through the lawsuit and details the history of allegations against Fekkai, including his referral to the DOJ. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: The federal prosecutor in Minnesota who pushed for stronger charges against ICE agent Christian Castro has now been FIRED from his job for doing the right thing. Castro is now in federal custody after being indicted on the weakest of offenses that he could have faced. Katie Phang brings the details of the federal and state cases, including the criminal investigation that has been launched into the prosecutor. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: Romanian authorities announce new indictment against the Tate Brothers for charges of trafficking minors, money laundering, and sex with minors. Meanwhile, the Tate Brothers are fighting their extradition from the US to the UK to face separate criminal cases there for rape and sex trafficking. Katie Phang details the latest developments, including revelations in their bond motions that admit that they are lying about their assets. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

ICE agent Christian Castro should have the book thrown at him after lying about being assaulted, which resulted in Julio Sosa-Celis being shot in the leg and wrongfully arrested and charged. But the Trump DOJ is letting Castro off with just a slap on the wrist. Katie Phang on the outrageous filing decision by federal prosecutors & why we need more states to prosecute these federal agents. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Epstein billionaire buddy, Leon Black, is ignoring his Congressional subpoenas and refusing to appear for his sworn deposition today. Instead, he runs to federal court to sue House Oversight and Chair James Comer to prevent turning over NDAs and giving testimony about them. Katie Phang has the lawsuit details and what to expect next in this fight. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s Brazilian beef billionaire buddy, Joesley Batista, meets with him in the Oval Office, and the very next day, Trump announces 300,000 metric tons of foreign “beef product” will be imported into the US. Coincidence? Think again. Katie Phang breaks down the illegal and shady history behind Batista and his mega-companies, including bribery admissions & corruption charges. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE: The latest, scathing filing by Katie Phang in her lawsuit against AG Todd Blanche over the Epstein Files calls him out for his continued violation of the law as well as the Court’s orders. Katie Phang breaks down the details of her Reply filed this morning and why Blanche is desperately trying to keep the truth from getting revealed to the public. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down a bombshell whistleblower report from the United States Postal Service exposing what has been described as an incompetent “shitshow” surrounding the agency’s new federal ballot portal, implemented at Trump’s direction. Whistleblower attorney David Kligerman joins Katie to explain the allegations and what they could mean for the integrity of the upcoming midterms. Katie also discusses the heartbreaking death of Pierre Damas Bel, a 20-year-old Haitian immigrant, honors student, and aspiring medical professional whose family says he became increasingly distressed after losing his immigration protections and being forced to wear an ICE ankle monitor. His tragic death is raising painful questions about the human toll of Trump’s immigration policies. Plus, Katie delivers an Epstein legal roundup, including the latest developments surrounding the Epstein Files Transparency Act in Congress and a closer look at Ghislaine Maxwell’s controversial prison transfer. Learn more about Whistleblower Aid here: ⁠https://whistlebloweraid.org/⁠ Thanks to our sponsors: Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to ⁠https://askchapter.org/phang⁠ Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact ⁠Medicare.gov⁠, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at ⁠https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com⁠ to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: ⁠https://katiephang.substack.com⁠

A USPS whistleblower is blowing the lid off the incompetent “shitshow” in the agency’s new federal ballot portal as Sen. Blumenthal demands the Postmaster General answer for this potential election catastrophe. Katie Phang has the latest details from the damning whistleblower’s complaint. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Last year, Hallie Shoffner had to close her family farm in Arkansas that had been around for 150 years. Felon Trump’s economic policies like tariffs, skyrocketing costs, and no Farm Bill relief crushed her family’s farming legacy. She’s running for the US Senate to represent the people of Arkansas and bring real solutions to the problems they face. Hallie joins Katie for an in-depth discussion of her background, her plans, and why Tom Cotton needs to be fired. Learn more about Hallie’s campaign here: https://www.hallieshoffner.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As the Trump Regime continues its horrific push to expel as many immigrants as possible, it also opposes any transparency into its industrial detention complex that treats humans like animals & generates billions for private companies. One of the first to sound the alarm is Rep. LaMonica McIver, who is being prosecuted for just doing her job. She joins Katie Phang for the latest in her criminal case & to share her thoughts on why every member of Congress should be concerned. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

If things are going so great for Trump and Hegseth, why hire conservative influencers (a/k/a hired butt-kissers) to work for the Pentagon/DOD? Katie Phang on new reporting on how American taxpayers may be paying for these civilians to peddle propaganda for this Administration while punishing those in the military speaking out. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Is Congress ready for a “mountain Democrat”? Candidate Jamie Ager is ready to take his elbow grease from decades of work as a farmer in western North Carolina to DC to show how to do the hard work. He joins Katie Phang to talk about how Trump’s policies are hurting working families and why a lack of leadership has stifled disaster aid as communities recover and rebuild from Hurricane Helene. Learn more about Jamie's campaign here: https://agerforcongress.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: A Florida grand jury finds that the DeSantis Administration, including current AG James Uthmeier, misappropriated $10 million in taxpayer funds when it diverted the money to the Casey DeSantis-related nonprofit, Hope Florida Foundation. Katie tracks the money flow in this outrageous act of corruption and grift! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE update in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Todd Blanche. More incompetence on display by Blanche and the Trump DOJ in their latest filing that once again refuses to produce the unredacted handwritten FBI notes that implicate Felon Trump AND asks for yet more delay. Katie Phang breaks it all down and explains why she keeps forging ahead, putting pressure on Blanche. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump raked in $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency income in 2025 alone. He is pushing pro-crypto policies because why not rig the system to help you keep the grift going?  Actor, writer, and now director Ben McKenzie is sounding the alarm on the dangers of crypto, and he joins Katie Phang to talk about his film, Everyone is Lying To You For Money. Watch the movie at https://www.everyoneislying.com/watch and use code KP50 for 50% off! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

House Oversight Chair James Comer is gearing up for a battle royale with Jeffrey Epstein's billionaire buddy and investor, Leon Black, over Black’s compliance with 2 subpoenas to answer questions about Epstein, Maxwell, and others. Katie Phang has all of the latest details, including the nondisclosure agreements that are at the root of this fight. NOBL: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As of today, thousands still remain without electricity in Gary and Northwest Indiana. Why did it take so long for adequate disaster response & what is being done to prevent it from happening again? Gary-born and raised native son, Chester Gregory, joins Katie Phang with the latest out of the community, including resources to help. Check out Chester's content and learn more about how to help Gary, Indiana here: https://www.instagram.com/chestergregory/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

A NEW lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime accountant, Richard Kahn, and lawyer, Darren Indyke, has been filed in New York alleging they conspired with Epstein to manage and facilitate his sex trafficking operation. A recently amended New York City law allows victims of gender-motivated violence to sue civilly against those responsible. Katie Phang breaks down the claims and explains why this kind of lawsuit is important to bring more discovery into the open. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE on the latest in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against AG Todd Blanche to obtain the unredacted Epstein Files. Blanche has now filed a Notice of Appeal, or at least he thinks he has. Katie explains why this latest move by Blanche is just to continue to delay providing the truth to the public and the suspicious timing of the appeal on the eve of having to turn over to the court unredacted handwritten FBI notes involving Donald Trump. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Paid PartnershipChapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnewsSubscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the latest headlines from the Trump administration, including the escalating trade war with Canada, the recent measles deaths, and Trump’s threats to demolish the Kennedy Center. She also unpacks the latest developments involving Christian Castro, the ICE officer accused of shooting a Venezuelan immigrant in Minnesota, and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison’s efforts to have him extradited from Texas. Plus, Katie shares exclusive updates on her lawsuit against AG Todd Blanche over the Epstein files and breaks down a positive development in Ghislaine Maxwell’s efforts to overturn her conviction. Katie also wraps up Sidebar with a tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton. Thanks to our sponsors: Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Want the REAL insight into yesterday’s SCOTUS opinion on Trump’s efforts to limit mail-in voting? Georgetown Law professor Steve Vladeck joins Katie Phang to break it all down so that you have the knowledge you need to understand what happened, what’s at stake, and what to expect next. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The War on Women continues with Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s nomination of Dr. Heidi Overton as the next FDA Commissioner. Overton aggressively attacks abortion rights, including the right to access mifepristone, the abortion medication. Reproductive Freedom for All’s Mini Timmaraju joins Katie Phang to explain how Overton and AG Todd Blanche create the perfect pair to implement a nationwide abortion ban through the end of mifepristone, and why new battleground polling shows Blanche’s extreme anti-abortion record could be major kryptonite on the November ballot for Republicans. Learn more about Reproductive Freedom for All here: https://reproductivefreedomforall.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump thinks he’s going to scare Iran into submission by threatening “economic D-Day" sanctions, but is he really prepared to lower the boom on Qatar, China, and Russia? Meanwhile, the Trump Regime is arresting the immigrant parents of active duty soldiers to deport them out of the US. Congressman Jason Crow joins Katie Phang with the latest on the illegal war with Iran and why getting rid of Republicans is the only way to actually change where this country is heading. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

California AG Rob Bonta cancels settlement talks at the last minute due to Paramount’s "bad faith” leaking of and misrepresentation of confidential settlement communications. The $111 billion mega-merger is on hold while a March 2027 trial date looms. Katie Phang’s analysis has all of the latest details, including why Bonta was right to cancel this settlement meeting. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Thin-skinned Convicted Felon Donald Trump threatens to sue for defamation every time his little feelings get hurt. This time, he is going after the Center for American Progress because he didn’t like a report showing that deployments of the National Guard to cities did not decrease violent crime. Katie Phang has the latest in the escalating fight over the truth & why Trump’s latest legal lackey keeps taking a beating. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

After shooting a Minnesota resident, ICE agent Christian Castro fled the state and was caught in Texas. MN Attorney General Keith Ellison demanded his extradition, but TX Gov. Greg Abbott is ignoring the law. So Ellison has sued, and he joins Katie Phang for the latest in the case, including updates on the investigations into the murders of Alex Pretti and Renée Nicole Good. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE new updates in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Todd Blanche: two new filings by Katie, including a proposed Order for Blanche to produce the unredacted, handwritten FBI notes to the Court by Tuesday, Aug. 25th. Katie also explains her Notice that shows how the DOJ lawyers weren’t telling the truth about other handwritten notes in the Epstein Files. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHANG and use my code PHANG for up to 20% off! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

How ruthless are you willing to be to ensure that Democrats regain the majority in November so that we can finally stop the corruption and grift of this Trump Regime? And what happens when the Democrats finally have the majority again? Brian Tyler Cohen’s new book, The Day After, tackles those questions in great detail, and he joins Katie Phang to talk about how the latest primary results bode for the upcoming November elections. Find his new book here: https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/thedayafter Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Atlantic and its reporter, Sarah Fitzpatrick, have moved to dismiss FBI Dir. Kash Patel’s defamation lawsuit, and things are heating up. Kash has failed 4 different times suing for defamation & this case looks to be the same. The defendants seek discovery from the DOJ, FBI, and Patel himself, relating to his drinking, his partying, and erratic behavior. Katie Phang has the details of the latest legal developments in this case & why Patel is facing a dangerous discovery process. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Angie Nixon just pulled off a major upset by winning the Democratic primary for the Senate seat in Florida. She faces off against Trump lackey Ashley Moody in November in a state that Trump won back in 2024 by 13 percentage points. She joins Katie Phang to talk about the need to unite the Democratic Party to win the general election & why affordability isn’t a radical idea. Learn more about Angie's campaign here: https://angienixon.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

In an extremely rare move, a federal judge in MN orders the Trump DOJ to turn over all of the grand jury materials that it used to indict Don Lemon, Georgia Fort, and several others. Katie Phang tracks the details of how the judge reached her decision and why this puts the Trump DOJ in the spotlight for prosecutorial misconduct. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang *Paid Partnership*” Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the latest developments in the Epstein files, including the bombshell revelation that Hugh Hefner tried to contact the FBI in 2005 about Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of a then-Playboy Playmate. In another major development, a federal judge has ordered the release of files in Virginia Giuffre’s 2015 lawsuit. Katie also dives into the chaos engulfing Florida politics, from January 6 rioters running for Congress to a Palm Beach clerk suspended after being arrested on child sexual abuse charges. Plus, Katie breaks down ABC’s bombshell lawsuit against the FCC. Thanks to our sponsors: Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHANG and use my code PHANG for up to 20% off! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump is running another grift: this time he’s selling early access to his “market-moving” Truth Social posts for $100,000 a month! Lawyer Brendan Ballou is suing to stop Trump, and he joins Katie Phang with the lawsuit’s details. They also discuss Katie’s lawsuit against Todd Blanche & certain angles that aren’t getting coverage. Learn more about Brendan's other work here: https://publicintegrityproject.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Bonespurs Trump thinks the service members of the USS Lincoln deserve to suffer even more than they have so far. And Sec. Hegseth says they’re lying about their horrible conditions. It’s all taking a terrible toll on the mental health and morale of these patriotic men and women. Dr. Dawn Lanaville, clinical psychologist, joins Katie Phang to discuss how this opens a new PTSD path & why this Administration has to expedite taking care of these sailors and Marines. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Legacy media failed Americans once again on the Sunday morning shows by not posing a single question about the Epstein Files and the looming specter of contempt of court to Todd Blanche, Attorney General and Personal Lawyer for Convicted Felon Donald Trump. Instead, he was allowed to make blanket assertions, with no probing follow-up questions, and the public is all the worse off for it. Katie Phang on how at least independent media is independent, even if the DOJ isn’t. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Trump Regime is spying on innocent Americans under the guise of “combatting domestic terrorism.” New bombshell reporting reveals that DHS deployed overly intrusive investigative tools through undercover agents, surveillance, and subpoenas to investigate “left-leaning political organizations” in Minnesota. Katie Phang has the details, including the motion filed by an “Antifa defendant” that could bring all of it to light. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The first person to be subpoenaed when Congressman Robert Garcia becomes Chair of House Oversight is First Lady Melania Trump regarding the Epstein Files. Public hearings, more subpoenas, and true oversight investigations into not only the Epstein Files, but all of the corruption surrounding the Trump Crime Family. Congressman Garcia joins Katie Phang for the latest on empty gestures by Rep. James Comer and how a return to a Democratic majority in November will expose the truth about Trump. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The presiding judge in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Todd Blanche is laying the foundation for much bigger consequences against not only Blanche but the DOJ lawyers who represent him. During the 2-hour status hearing, Judge Sullivan made it clear that he has the ability, the authority, and the willingness to hold DOJ lawyers, including Blanche, in contempt. Katie Phang gives exclusive details and background into why the court ended the hearing on this specific issue and why it sets the tone moving forward. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: The Status Hearing today in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Todd Blanche devolved into an exhibition of DOJ incompetence and lack of preparation. Whether intentional or otherwise, the presiding judge is fast-losing patience with the non-compliance by Blanche and the Trump DOJ. Katie Phang with details on the hearing and what’s next. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Todd Blanche does a last-minute scramble to get yet another DOJ lawyer to defend him in the big status hearing today! A new lawyer, Andrew Block, from the Trump DOJ joins Blanche’s defense team at the eleventh hour because Blanche needs more help in trying to find excuses for his non-compliance. Katie Phang on this new Trump acolyte-attorney and the import of today’s hearing. Hearing is 8/13 at 1 PM ET, you can listen in live: Public Access phone number: 1-833-990-9400 Meeting ID: 712190216 Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Delay, delay, delay is the name of the game for Todd Blanche in Katie Phang’s lawsuit to compel the release of the unredacted Epstein Files. But her latest filing on the eve of a big in-person hearing tomorrow is designed to blast Blanche into compliance. Katie Phang walks us through the details of her opposition brief and explains why this upcoming Status Hearing is a huge inflection point in her case. Honeylove: Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

A veteran, a mom, and a business leader. That’s Rebecca Bennett, who is the Democratic nominee for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District against Republican Tom Kean, Jr., who was absent from his job for more than 4 months. Rebecca is focusing on improving people’s lives through affordability and accountability. She joins Katie Phang for the latest on Trump’s illegal war against Iran and how the GOP’s policies are harming Americans. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the day’s biggest headlines, including explosive reporting that Trump secretly left Air Force One through a catering cart amid fears of an Iranian attack, along with reports that a short-range air-defense system was following him around the golf course this past weekend. Katie is also joined by Meidas Health’s Dr. Vin Gupta to examine Trump’s latest executive order targeting the childhood vaccine schedule and the potential consequences for public health. Plus, Katie unpacks Trump’s growing legal troubles, from the DOJ’s latest effort to revive the Reflecting Pool vandalism case against Olympian David Hearn, to updates in her own lawsuit against Todd Blanche, ahead of Thursday’s hearing. Thanks to our sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Yet another personal lawyer for Convicted Felon Donald Trump gets a top, cushy job in his Regime. This time it’s Will Scharf, who is currently the Staff Secretary, who will become the new White House Counsel. Katie Phang details Scharf’s naked ambition to climb the professional ladder and how the installation of another loyalist into an important role like WH Counsel doesn’t bode well for democracy. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Trump Regime values loyalty over competence, rewards loyalty, and punishes free speech. Just ask former AUSA Will Rosenzweig, who was illegally fired by the US Attorney, Pam Bondi, last year because of blog posts he made, as a private citizen, back in 2017(!) that were critical of Trump. His attorney, Margaret Donovan, joins me with all of the details of his just-filed lawsuit and why we should all be terrified that the Trump DOJ, especially under Todd Blanche, isn’t pursuing justice, but punishment for critics of this Administration. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Just because he is now Senate-confirmed doesn’t mean Blanche’s headaches are over when it comes to the illegal $1.776 billion slush fund and the illegal tax immunity provided to Felon Trump, his family, and his businesses. An Amended Complaint in federal court in VA continues to expose the lies. Katie Phang breaks down the legal filing, including updates on Trump’s b******t tax case in Florida. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The late Virginia Giuffre had a dream that her charity, SOAR (Speak Out Act Reclaim), would be a safe space and comprehensive resource for abuse victims who needed to know that they aren’t alone in their trauma. Her brother, Sky, and sister-in-law, Amanda, carry forward her legacy with purpose and love. They have relaunched SOAR on her birthday. Sky and Amanda join Katie Phang to let the world know that they’re just getting started. Check out SOAR here: https://speakoutactreclaim.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Ohio GOP is disassembling while scandalous and disturbing headlines swirl about Ohio US Senator Bernie Moreno and Representative Max Miller. Meanwhile, US Senate candidate Sherrod Brown fights to return to DC to continue the work he did for everyday Americans and against special interest groups.  He joins Katie Phang for the latest from the campaign trail & how important it is to flip the Senate to Blue. Learn more here: https://www.sherrodbrown.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Some breaking news out of New Mexico: a judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million and make changes to the way young users and teens can use its social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook. This comes after a jury in March found Meta liable for enabling sexual predators and pedophiles to access their platforms to engage in child sexual exploitation and ordered the company to pay $375 million in civil penalties. Katie Phang explains these major rulings & their bigger impact on the thousands of similar pending lawsuits. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Sen. Bill Cassidy is voting YES on Todd Blanche’s nomination to be the Attorney General. Katie Phang on how Cassidy’s legacy will now forever be marked as the deciding vote for lawlessness, the weaponization of the DOJ, and the death of any independence of that agency. Lean: Visit https://takelean.com and enter code PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Russell Vought, the architect of Project 2025, is playing petty partisan politics with tragic consequences. He’s taking American taxpayers’ money out of Blue states that supported Kamala Harris. Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove introduced articles of impeachment against Vought to stop his illegal conduct & she joins Katie Phang to explain why we need a Democratic majority to clean house. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE: The latest filings in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Acting AG Todd Blanche reveal he blew through a major deadline and now is begging the court for more time. Katie Phang walks through her motion to compel Blanche to respond to her complaint and Blanche’s own motion, where he asks the Court to accept his “excusable neglect” and to further delay having to answer. Find the filings here: https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/73246595/phang-v-blanche/ OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: New Mexico has sued the Trump DOJ and Acting AG Todd Blanche for “stonewalling” its criminal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and his Zorro Ranch. The lawsuit alleges the DOJ is intentionally withholding the unredacted Files that would help New Mexico find witnesses, victims, and co-conspirators. Katie Phang was at the press call with New Mexico Attorney General, and she shares the details, including a breakdown of the lawsuit and its claims. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie is joined by Ret. Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling to break down the latest developments in the escalating conflict with Iran, including concerns over dwindling U.S. missile stockpiles and the military strategy behind the conflict. Katie also unpacks the latest on Todd Blanche after the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced his attorney general nomination, explaining why the fight for accountability, especially surrounding the Epstein files, is far from over. Plus, drawing on her background in family law, Katie examines Rep. Max Miller's abuse allegations and the political fallout, including the response from his former father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno. Thanks to our sponsors: OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Lean: Visit https://takelean.com and enter code PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As the fossil fuels/oil/gas industries rake in BILLIONS of dollars, Convicted Felon Donald Trump is also making MILLIONS. It is an “unholy alliance,” as former Washington Governor Jay Inslee calls it, between the Trump Regime and the companies that are profiting off of Americans’ pain at the pumps and in their pocketbooks. Gov. Inslee joins Katie Phang to talk about these latest numbers, as well as how Trump is politicizing disaster aid to Blue states. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: Todd Blanche’s nomination seems to be back on track after he posts on X that he has allegedly “rescinded” the $1.8 billion slush fund and limited the scope of the tax immunity provision in the b******t “settlement agreement” in Trump’s collusion lawsuit against the IRS and the Treasury Department. Katie Phang explains why there is no enforceability to what Blanche has declared. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

A BIG disclosure in a lawsuit brought by Trump against Capital One reveals that the bank closed more than 300 of Trump’s accounts in 2021 after a months-long anti-money laundering review by professionals with decades of law enforcement experience. Katie Phang explains the lawsuit’s details and why Trump outed himself and the money laundering concerns by filing his dumb lawsuit in the first place. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The world is on fire, and the cause is climate change. But Convicted Felon Donald Trump and his fossil fuels/oil/gas buddies don’t want you to know the truth. That’s why we’re lucky to have Professor Michael Mann, who joins Katie Phang to explain the real causes of these unprecedented wildfires and what you can do to help slow down climate change. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Whether it’s $5 million tacky gold horses or $50 million in one corporate donation by SoftBank to Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s presidential “library,” it’s time to end the corruption once and for all. We’re just 95 days out from the November Midterms, and Democrats are ready to fight for an affordable America. Leader Hakeem Jeffries joins Katie Phang with the latest on the Battleground races we need to focus on & why it’s not just affordability, but accountability that is on the ballot. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

At a time when the Trump Regime is playing fast and loose with federal funds for clean energy, healthcare, and education, we need thoughtful and creative problem solvers in Congress. Mark Nair is running to represent Texas’ 13th against Trump lackey Ronny Jackson. He joins Katie Phang to share his People's First platform & his plans to stop the corruption that has infected DC. Learn more here: https://www.marknair.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE: In Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Acting AG Todd Blanche, he has now submitted to a federal judge unredacted emails and documents from the Epstein Files for the court’s review. Katie Phang walks through the documents and explains how Blanche continues to violate the court order and the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Colin Gray is sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in providing the AR-15 that was used by his son, Colt Gray, to kill 2 students and 2 teachers at his Georgia high school in 2024. Katie Phang explains the sentencing, the legal theories, and why this case against Colin provides a roadmap for other prosecutors to pursue murder charges against the parents of school shooters. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Trump may pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for AG because he knows he can’t get Todd across the finish line AND Trump doesn’t want to lose his broad, illegal tax immunity deal. Katie Phang has the details in the latest twist in Blanche’s nomination. iRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code PHANG at https://irestore.com/PHANG! #irestorepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie is joined by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to discuss the rapidly approaching midterms and the growing mystery surrounding the whereabouts of Sen. Mitch McConnell. Katie also breaks down the major developments out of Washington, including Lindsey Graham’s funeral and Trump’s meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, Katie unpacks the mounting pressure on Todd Blanche as his Attorney General confirmation vote hangs in jeopardy while legal challenges and ethical scrutiny continue to intensify. Thanks to our sponsors: Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad iRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code: PHANG at https://iRestore.com/PHANG #irestorepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Former FBI Director James Comey has now filed his powerful motion to dismiss the b******t seashells indictment brought by the Trump DOJ, at the direction of Convicted Felon Donald Trump, to vindictively prosecute him. If this motion is granted, the case is dead in the water.  If not, Comey proceeds to trial in October.  Katie Phang explains the legal details of the motion and analyzes why allowing this prosecution to continue any longer is a travesty of justice. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Like Speaker Mike Johnson says: "In 100 days, the people of this country have a critical choice: common sense or crazy.” Hard agree with Mike that the lay-up decision is to reject crazy Republicans and elect common sense Democrats. The DCCC has identified critical races to flip Red to Blue, and Recruitment Co-Chair, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, is amplifying these incredible candidates. She joins Katie Phang to talk the latest in the races and why the Democrats have focused on Fighting for an Affordable America for the country. Check out Rep. Underwood’s Substack here: https://laurenaunderwood.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

EXCLUSIVE: The federal judge in Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Acting AG Todd Blanche just ordered Blanche to appear in his chambers and to bring specific unredacted emails and documents from the Epstein Files. Blanche also has to “show his work” and prove what he claims are the reasons for the redactions. Katie Phang explains the court order and what she is still looking out for from the judge. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com *Paid Partnership* Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

With the news of the suspicious timing of the death of Daniel Siad, long-time modeling “scout” for Jeffrey Epstein, Jean-Luc Brunel, and Gérald Marie, the importance of investigations moving forward quickly becomes heightened. In France, the organization Innocence En Danger is fighting for victims of violence, especially children. Its leader, Homayra Sellier, joins Katie Phang to discuss the latest developments in the Epstein investigation and why the new complaints against Gérald Marie are so important. Learn more here: http://www.innocenceindanger.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump is regretting bringing yet another absurd defamation lawsuit, this time against the BBC. A federal judge has ordered Trump to provide financial information for more than 400 of his businesses AND the judge has allowed BBC’s lawyers to move forward with subpoenas to people in Trump’s inner circle like Don Jr., Ivanka, Steve Bannon, and Stephen Miller.  Katie Phang explains how this information is relevant because of Trump’s claims and why he’s so desperate to stop it from happening. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

In an act of desperation, Convicted Felon Donald Trump, in a primetime address last week, tried to scare Americans into believing that “illegal aliens” or non-citizens are voting in our elections when the reality is they’re not. Breaking through the noise and debunking the lies about our election security is important. Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar joins Katie Phang to deliver the truth about election integrity and why Secretaries of State are so critical to protecting Americans from attempts by Trump to interfere in elections. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Daniel Siad, modeling scout and recruiter for Jeffrey Epstein for several years, found dead in his home in Paris. Siad was under investigation by French authorities for his role in allegedly facilitating Epstein’s sex trafficking ring and for claims that he, himself, had committed sexual assault. Katie Phang has the latest, including how this could possibly impact the push to appoint an investigating judge in France to connect Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Jean-Luc Brunel, and Gérald Marie. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the latest developments in her lawsuit over the Epstein files, specifically Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s newly filed response. Her attorney, Brendan Ballou, CEO of the Public Integrity Project, joins Katie to analyze the filing, explain what it means for the case, and discuss the next steps in the fight for transparency and accountability. Katie also unpacks Trump’s latest attacks on the press, including the DOJ’s subpoena of phone records of New York Times reporters who covered safety concerns surrounding the new Air Force One, along with updates on Friday’s rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Plus, she covers Darline Graham stepping in for her late brother, Lindsey Graham, and ends with some rare good news on the fight over ICE funding. Thanks to our sponsors: Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Todd Blanche’s grotesque ambition to become the Attorney General of the US was on full display last week during his Senate Judiciary confirmation hearing. But a lot of people don’t know what happened behind closed doors when he met with several Epstein survivors and family. Sky and Amanda Roberts, the brother and sister-in-law of Virginia Giuffre, join Katie Phang with all of the details, including the jaw-dropping moment Blanche disrespected Virginia’s memory. Check out Sky, Amanda, and Virginia's nonprofit here: https://www.speakoutactreclaim.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Tate Brothers were arrested in Miami this weekend to be extradited to the UK to face an additional 38 NEW charges involving rape, sex trafficking, and assault. Katie Phang details the investigations in Britain and Romania, including the intimate and immediate connections the Tate Brothers have to Convicted Felon Donald Trump, his family, and the Moronsphere that is MAGA World. Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Trump Administration admits that it used training videos to show FBI analysts how to redact Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s name?? Yet another example of how the Trump Administration thinks it doesn’t have to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Allison Gill joins Katie Phang to explain this amazing development in her FOIA lawsuit and what’s next! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The merger between Paramount/Skydance and Warner Bros. will consolidate so much power and control over content and cost in the hands of Trump’s billionaire buddies, the Ellisons. But California AG Rob Bonta and other Democratic AGs are fighting back with a sharp lawsuit to block the merger. He joins Katie Phang to explain the theory of the case, as well as to share his thoughts on Todd Blanche’s nomination for AG. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Although the Trump DOJ continues to do nothing to seek justice for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein, other countries have launched new investigations into Jeffrey Epstein and his associates based on the release of the Epstein Files. In France, authorities are also looking at Jean Luc Brunel and Gerald Marie, two men associated with Epstein who also ran major modeling agencies and have been accused by several women of trafficking and rape. Katie Phang reports from Paris on new victims who have come forward in a judicial process that might bring long-awaited justice. Lean: Visit https://takelean.com and enter code PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Why is Trump refusing to disclose his communications with Boris Epshteyn and Steve Bannon over his deals with those mega law firms last year to avoid getting hit with Executive Orders? Katie Phang details what a current lawsuit brought by the American Bar Association has revealed thus far and why it all stinks of a cover-up. Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie discusses the latest breaking news, including the fatal ICE shooting of Joan Sebastian Guerrero in Maine and the growing questions surrounding the incident. Plus, Epstein survivor Dani Bensky and Lauren Hersh, CEO and Co-Founder of World Without Exploitation, join Katie to discuss the latest developments in the Epstein files, the push for transparency, and tomorrow’s Senate confirmation hearing for Todd Blanche. Katie also unpacks Trump’s latest efforts to revive false claims about the 2020 election ahead of the midterms, including his upcoming primetime address, as well as new scrutiny over whether Elon Musk’s actions during the 2024 election violated campaign or election laws. Check out the World Without Exploitation petition here: https://ujoin.co/campaigns/4093/actions/public?action_id=6018 Thanks to our sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Lean: Visit https://takelean.com and enter code PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The upcoming Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Acting AG Todd Blanche’s nomination for the permanent role of AG is the most important moment in Trump Regime 2.0. Trump needs Blanche to help him achieve his backslide into autocracy, and Blanche is a willing loyalist. Senator Cory Booker joins Katie Phang to talk about how Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death impacts Blanche’s confirmation vote and the new lawsuit brought to block the Paramount Warner Bros. merger. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Acting AG Todd Blanche has brazenly committed violations of the court order entered against him in Katie Phang's lawsuit over the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The judge directed Katie Phang to respond to his excuses and inaction. Here, she walks through her filing in detail, explaining the legal strategy and why Blanche must produce the documents at issue in unredacted form inside the judge’s chambers for the parties to review and why the court should fine Blanche $1,000 a day until he complies with ALL of the court’s order. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: Federal judge bench slaps Felon Trump, his fail-sons, and their lawyers for their collusive lawsuit against the IRS and the Treasury Department. She finds that the lawsuit was fraud against the court, that there isn’t any “settlement”, and she refers the complicit lawyers, including Todd Blanche, to their respective bars for disciplinary action. Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Felon Trump has weaponized his DOJ once again, serving subpoenas on journalists because he didn’t like their news coverage about his $400 million Qatar corruption jet. Katie Phang on why Trump’s repeated attacks on the free press will be worse if his loyalist Jay Clayton gets confirmed as the next DNI. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Andrea Renee Shaw has been indicted for the First Degree Murders of her two 18-month-old twins, but she claims that they died of suffocation because of…vaccines. Katie Phang walks us through some of the major court documents, including the indictment and Shaw’s attempts to reduce her bond. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Lindsey Graham’s blind loyalty to Convicted Felon Donald Trump has resulted in Americans suffering from an illegal war against Iran, the elimination of affordable health care, and a parade of countless horribles. He’s been in office since 1992, and it’s time for a change. That breath of fresh air is Dr. Annie Andrews, who is poised to unseat Lindsey Graham this November. She joins Katie Phang to talk about this now-competitive(!) and how Graham has picked Trump over South Carolinians. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

In another act of obstruction of justice, the Trump DOJ continues to refuse to cooperate and turn over unredacted Epstein files to the New Mexico Attorney General, Raúl Torrez, as he conducts the only state criminal investigation. Katie Phang with the details of Torrez’s letter to Todd Blanche & New Mexico’s Epstein Truth Commission’s work. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

It’s more “rules for thee, but not for me” when it comes to Texas AG Ken Paxton, who is currently running for the US Senate. Paxton used an address where he hasn’t lived since 2024 while voting in six elections in the past two years, including just this past May! Katie Phang breaks down the allegations of how Paxton may have committed a second-degree felony. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was gunned down by ICE on the streets of Houston, leaving behind a devastated family and an angry community. The CEO of LULAC, Juan Proaño, joins Katie Phang for the very latest on Lorenzo’s killing, including exclusive information about how the family is being thwarted from even being able to secure Lorenzo’s body for a funeral. Check out the GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-lorenzo-salgado-araujo-52-years-old Check out the petition: https://lulac.org/advocacy/alerts/ice-houston-shooting-july-investigation/ Check out LULAC: https://lulac.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today, in 2019, Jeffrey Epstein was charged in a NY federal court with one count of sex trafficking of minors and one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking of minors. Seven years later, and we still remain outrageously in the dark about the facts, evidence, abusers, and enablers that participated in his international sex trafficking ring. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the latest setbacks in Trump’s effort to revive his election fraud narrative ahead of the midterms, including a major ruling in Fulton County, Georgia, where a judge rejected the DOJ’s attempt to obtain the names of 2020 election workers. Election law expert Marc Elias joins Katie to discuss that case, his ongoing legal battles through Elias Law Group and Democracy Docket, and the broader fight over voting rights. Katie also unpacks the latest political scandals in Washington, from the sexual assault allegations against Graham Platner to Mitch McConnell’s disappearance, as well as updates on the Iran conflict and Belgium’s trolling of Trump after knocking the U.S. out of the World Cup. Thanks to our sponsors: Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: More than 1200 former DOJ employees sign an open letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee OPPOSING Todd Blanche’s nomination for Attorney General. Katie Phang breaks down this scathing letter and explains why this kind of public opposition speaks volumes about the uphill battle Blanche will have to get across the finish line. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As the death toll continues to rise in Venezuela beyond the latest number of 3,342, hope turns to despair. The country was already suffering before these 2 massive earthquakes, and now, for so many, their essential infrastructure has been destroyed. All Hands & Hearts’ CEO, Nate Mook, joins Katie Phang for the latest from on the ground in La Guaira and the surrounding areas & a warning message for what’s to come. Check out All Hands & Hearts here: https://allhandsandhearts.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

In the run-up to the 2024 election, Trump vowed to be “the best friend gun owners have ever had in the White House.” And after a horrifically tragic July 4th weekend resulting in at least 6 dead and dozens injured, the Trump Regime announces more rollbacks of gun regulations, including loosening restrictions on gun sales. Katie Phang on the powerful gun lobby and how SCOTUS is emboldening Trump to put the Second Amendment on steroids. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang Paid Partnership Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews⁠ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

If there’s someone who knows dysfunctional politics, it’s Mary Trump. And she recognized the need for a new PAC that supports candidates and causes that understand what is at stake and what public service truly means. She joins Katie Phang on the launch of her new PAC, Transcend, and the two also celebrate the recent win of their friend, E. Jean Carroll, against Convicted Felon Donald Trump. Check out Transcend here: https://marytrumptranscendpac.org/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NEW: In Katie Phang’s lawsuit against Acting AG Todd Blanche, he claims in a last-minute filing that the DOJ won’t produce additional Epstein files or documents because not only were the redactions and withholdings appropriate, but he also wants to protect the privacy of the victims…despite already repeatedly violating their privacy. Katie Phang scathingly analyzes Blanche’s response & skewers his arguments. Superpower: Head to https://superpower.com and use code PHANG at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down a bombshell report from Democrats on the House Natural Resources Committee alleging corruption, wire fraud, and pay-to-play schemes tied to Trump’s Freedom 250 initiative. Rep. Jared Huffman, the committee’s ranking member, joins Katie to discuss the findings and what comes next. Katie also unpacks the latest in her lawsuit over the Epstein files as the deadline looms for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to respond to Judge Sullivan’s order. Plus, she breaks down a series of embarrassing DOJ missteps this week, from a controversial indictment over the reflecting pool and the protest arrest of an Air Force Major to the accidental release of the second volume of Jack Smith’s report. Thanks to our sponsors: Superpower: Head to https://superpower.com and use code PHANG at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Trump’s DHS is now tracking down people whom they allege have made social media posts or sent emails that they claim have threatened federal officials. One of those people is Paigelynne Gonyea, whose Instagram post is now at issue with the federal government. She joins Katie Phang to talk about what happened with DHS and where things are heading. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon and oft-deadbeat Donald Trump is trying to avoid having to pay E. Jean Carroll her $5.5 million plus interest, but she’s not having it. Katie Phang walks us through the latest filings by Carroll, asking the court to force Trump to pony up the cash. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHANG and use my code PHANG for up to 20% off! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

On the last day of their term, SCOTUS issued two major decisions that impact whether transgender girls can participate in sports at publicly funded schools. The highest court in the land continues its assault on transgender rights and expands the permission structure for hate and intolerance for this already marginalized community. President of the Human Rights Campaign, Kelley Robinson, joins Katie Phang for a frank discussion about these Supreme Court decisions and how to fight back. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump, in just his first year back in the Oval Office, raked in more than $2.2 BILLION. Making billions while everyday Americans suffer at the grocery store, the gas pump, and with no healthcare. Katie Phang has the details of Trump’s financial disclosure, including how much he made off of settlements from b******t lawsuits. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Blood is on the hands of the Trump Regime after 146 people who had just been deported a few hours earlier by the US to Venezuela were inside a hotel that pancaked due to the 2 major earthquakes. Katie Phang has the latest on these victims and analysis on how the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans by Trump led to their deaths. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

“Do not mess with someone’s kids.” Former Transportation Secretary and well-known Democrat Pete Buttigieg was swatted last week after someone anonymously called Child Protective Services to lodge disgusting lies against him. Katie Phang provides the background and details and analyzes the criminal exposure once those involved in pushing dangerous lies are discovered. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Big decisions out of SCOTUS as it winds down its term and the justices flee for the summer. Constitutional law scholar and professor Steve Vladeck sits down with Katie Phang to explain why SCOTUS’ uber-conservative six today gave Convicted Felon Donald Trump even more power over the Executive Branch and pushed Congress and the Judiciary into even smaller roles as branches of government. No man is above the law…except maybe Donald Trump? Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The wife of the former President of South Korea has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for taking bribes, such as jewelry, in exchange for government posts/appointments. Her husband, former President Yoon Suk Yeol, was sentenced to life in prison for masterminding a failed insurrection in December of 2024.  Katie Phang on how the US could take a lesson from countries like South Korea as to what accountability looks like for power-hungry, corrupt grifters. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Federal judge GRANTS Katie Phang’s motion for preliminary injunction, ordering Todd Blanche to produce on or before July 2nd specific unredacted documents from the Epstein Files, including FBI notes from 4 interviews of a woman who alleges she was sexually and physically abused by Felon Trump when she was just 13 years old. Katie walks through the details of the damning court order and explains what’s next. Plaud: Get up to 20% OFF with code PHANG at https://plaud.ai/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The uber-conservative SIX on SCOTUS is reinforcing today that Supreme Court reform is long overdue. One of their most atrocious decisions, Mullin v. Doe, allows the Trump Regime to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians and pretends like overt racism by Convicted Felon Donald Trump wasn’t the reason behind terminating TPS for Haitians. Katie Phang focuses on the grotesque violation of the Constitution’s guarantee of equal treatment by SCOTUS Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Federal judge in Virginia slamming Acting AG Todd Blanche and the Trump DOJ, essentially telling them that they aren’t trustworthy or credible. The judge refuses to dismiss a lawsuit brought against Trump’s $1.8 billion slush fund simply because the DOJ thinks it’s over. Katie Phang breaks down the details of the court order, including ordering the DOJ to respond to the complaint. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Tucker Carlson and MTG proudly announce that they are “done with the GOP,” but what they’re not telling you is that they’re done with “Trump’s GOP.” Katie Phang’s theory is that all of this hullabaloo is just a strategic move for Carlson to tee up a presidential run in ’28. Is it really that far-fetched? Listen to Katie’s analysis on why even Megyn Kelly and Candace Owens are distancing themselves from Trump and MAGA. Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the mounting legal and ethical challenges Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing, from her own lawsuit against him to a bar complaint backed by 101 former judges and a separate lawsuit seeking records tied to his actions in office. She’s joined by Christopher Swartz of Democracy Defenders Fund, one of the attorneys who helped draft the bar complaint, to discuss the allegations and what they could mean for Blanche’s future. Plus, Katie unpacks the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including the Senate’s vote rebuking Trump’s war efforts and the growing scrutiny surrounding Trump's claims about his deal with Iran. Thanks to our sponsors: Plaud: Get up to 20% OFF with code "PHANG" at https://plaud.ai/phang Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHANG  and use my code PHANG for up to 20% off! Listen to the audio podcast of Sidebar with Katie Phang for daily updates on breaking news: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sidebar-with-katie-phang/id1886801652 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yIgs1wFPKAuspwPz9dgbo Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump continues to humiliate himself on the world stage as Iran dogwalks him for his b******t “deal” to allegedly end his illegal war of choice. Iran clearly has the upper hand, and it shows. Plus, as Trump dangerously insists on Bill Pulte as the Acting DNI, our country’s national security is at risk. Congressman Jim Himes, the Ranking Member on the House Select Intel Committee, joins Katie Phang to bring the latest updates, including on Pulte’s mass firings at critical agencies. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump is now arresting US Olympians for merely touching the Reflecting Pool! But the reality is, Trump and his crappy vendor, who ruined the pool, should be arrested for the vandalism they committed on OUR property.  Katie Phang brings the latest details in the newest Trump lie about why the Reflecting Pool is in such bad condition and how Trump is trying to cover up his responsibility for the mess. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang *Paid Partnership*” Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand-alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime friend and elite lawyer, Kathy Ruemmler, is trying to do reputation damage control in advance of her House Oversight interview by doing a fluff interview in the NY Times, where she claims she was used by Epstein. But the reality of the evidence publicly available suggests that she doth protest too much. Katie Phang brings the receipts and describes how this lack-of-apology tour isn’t helping Ruemmler. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As Republicans take advantage of post-Callais redistricting to push illegally gerrymandered maps to gain seat advantages, data scientists, like Zachary Donnini at VoteHub, dive deep into the polls, tracking, and modeling to forecast outcomes.  And right now, Zachary tells Katie Phang that despite those gerrymandered seats, Democrats remain the clear favorites to retake control of the US House in November.  He explains how he forecasts elections, and he debunks the latest claims of election fraud by Republicans in the California races. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Trump’s ICE takes the gold medal for fraud, waste, and abuse as new reporting reveals that ICE spent $700 MILLION on 7 warehouses to be used as concentration camps for immigrants, and now ICE wants to just get rid of them. Katie Phang tracks the origin of the “reengineering initiative” launched last year by ICE to round up migrants like animals and how they’re allegedly doing an end-run around the transparent bidding process. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

SCOTUS gutted the Voting Rights Act, creating a race to the bottom by white supremacists to gerrymander and redistrict in order to eliminate the black and brown vote. But what they underestimated was the power of the people in responding to this attack on civil rights. Brittany Packnett Cunningham joins Katie Phang for a frank discussion on how the erasure of history was always the plan & Katie shares her concerns about the failure of some communities of color joining in the coalition fight. Find a Freedom Summer/Juneteenth event near you: https://blackpowerwarroom.com/freedom-summer/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Although the future of the $1.8 billion slush fund remains unclear, 1/6 insurrectionists are chasing another route to smash and grab American taxpayers' dollars by way of the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), a federal statute that gives the Trump Regime unfettered discretion to make payouts on specious claims. Katie Phang tracks the status of this new tactic & discusses the link between the insurrectionists and other election deniers as they prepare to interfere with the upcoming Midterms. Lean: Visit https://takelean.com PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Legally speaking, an agreement to agree is not a binding contract. And Convicted Felon Donald Trump once again lies to the American people by suggesting that he has some binding deal with Iran to end his war of choice. Katie Phang breaks down what is publicly known about the terms that include no enforcement mechanisms and only serve to put the Islamic Republic of Iran in a better position than it was before Trump launched this illegal war. Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie unpacks Trump's theoretical Iran deal with former U.S. State Department official Alexandra Bell, discussing whether any meaningful progress has actually been made and why the nuclear component remains at the center of the negotiations. Katie also breaks down the FBI’s announcement that it thwarted a potential attack targeting Sunday’s UFC event and the bombshell revelation that American taxpayers are footing more than half of the bill for Trump’s $600 million ballroom project, despite repeated assurances it would be privately funded! Thanks to our sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Ridge: Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/phang  #Ridgepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Did you ever think Greg Bovino would run for the presidency of the United States? Nor did I, but Will Sommer is reporting on not only how it is more possible than you think, AND how Bovino is cavorting overseas, building alliances with neo-Nazis who endorse ethnic cleansing. Will joins Katie Phang for a deep dive into his latest reporting on Kash Patel deploying the FBI against MAGA rivals and whether Katie’s theory about Tucker Carlson’s political dreams just might be real. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump nominates another personal lawyer, James/Jamie McDonald, from one of his favorite go-to law firms, Sullivan & Cromwell, for one of the most powerful jobs in the country: US Attorney for the SDNY. Katie Phang connects all of the dots, including exposing a recent criminal case prosecution that the Trump DOJ wants dismissed, which smacks of egregious pay-to-play corruption. Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews

According to the NY Times’ latest reporting, the top advisers of Convicted Felon Donald Trump convened repeatedly in the Situation Room to conspire to cover up the release of the Epstein Files. Why? To protect Trump from what’s contained within them. And one of the leaders of that cover-up: Todd Blanche, who has been nominated/rewarded by Trump with the job of Attorney General. Katie Phang’s analysis of this bombshell reporting and why each and every one of these co-conspirators must answer questions, under oath, about their involvement. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Trump’s FBI in an act of “straight-up intimidation” raids the offices of a pro-democracy, voting organization in Ohio, sending more than 100 agents across the state to menace the organization’s leaders, staffers, and even volunteers on the streets, at their schools and jobs. This isn’t a one-off event, and with the nomination of Trump-loyalist Jay Clayton, who is the US Attorney for the SDNY, as the Director of National Intelligence, expect more attempts by the Trump Regime at voter intimidation. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump and his lackeys have hijacked our nation’s 250th anniversary to award federal contracts and grants to entities that are under the control of Trump Administration officials and Trump’s allies. Katie Phang has the latest details on the more than $100 million that has already gone to benefit Trump’s minions and how a Trumpified Freedom 250 is soliciting donations from even foreign nationals. Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Todd Blanche, personal lawyer for Convicted Felon Donald Trump, continues to protect him and others in the Epstein Elite from being exposed to the truth.  Katie Phang brings us the latest details of her lawsuit against Acting AG Todd Blanche, including how he never denied his violations of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Chapter: For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (628) 289-0726 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/phang *Paid Partnership* Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Big election results in states like Maine, California, and South Carolina will have wide-ranging impacts, including on key US Senate races in November. Katie Phang recaps some of the more notable outcomes & focuses on what’s next in these races. Mud\Wtr: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code PHANG at https://mudwtr.com/PHANG! #mudwtrpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including the U.S. military strikes following the downing of a helicopter. She also unpacks the House GOP’s passage of a bill that would fund ICE and Border Patrol through the remainder of Trump’s term. Plus, Katie covers testimony from Lesley Groff, Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime assistant, updates in the California primaries as Trump continues to push false claims of election fraud, and the mounting controversy surrounding Trump’s birthday UFC event, which is now facing legal challenges and criticism over restrictions on press access. Thanks to our sponsors: Blissy: Wake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code PHANG for an extra 30% off at https://blissy.com/PHANG Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Minnesota is leading the charge in holding federal immigration agents accountable for committing crimes against its residents. MN Attorney General, Keith Ellison, joins Katie Phang with updates on those prosecutions, as well as his pursuit of regulatory justice against corporations. He also responds to outrage over Minnesota Republicans holding a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, the former officer convicted of murdering George Floyd. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Karen Attiah was the last black, full-time staff columnist in the Washington Post’s Opinions section before she was summarily fired via email after 11 years of incredible, thoughtful work. So she filed a grievance and just went to arbitration. Because when we can fight, we must fight. And Karen is doing just that. She joined Katie Phang to talk about the continued demise of editorial independence and the parallels between her case and the firing of Scott Pelley. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Lesley Groff worked closely with Jeffrey Epstein for more than 18 years. She appears tomorrow for her transcribed interview before Congress, but will she tell what she really knows? Katie Phang exposes the extent of Groff’s relationship with Epstein and why her claims that she had no idea what was going on aren’t credible. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: House Oversight Republicans request DOJ to “use all available tools” to investigate Philip Levine (former mayor of Miami Beach) and Frédéric Fekkai (celebrity hairstylist), over allegations that they sexually assaulted Sarah Kellen, longtime personal assistant and travel companion of Jeffrey Epstein.  Katie Phang questions why Kellen isn’t saying more about other perpetrators and abusers and why Ghislaine Maxwell needs to stop getting a pass on providing more info, too. Lean: Visit https://takelean.com and enter code PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump wants his personal lawyer, Todd Blanche, to be the Attorney General of the United States. This comes on the heels of a week of outrageous hirings and nominations. Katie Phang has the latest updates, including election deniers and insurrectionists securing jobs in the Trump Regime. Cozy Earth: Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHANG and use my code PHANG for up to 20% off! Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Trump/Kushner corruption knows no borders, as a new investigation is announced by a special anti-corruption prosecution office in Albania into the $1.4 billion luxury project Jared and Ivanka are trying to build on protected lands. Katie Phang’s deep dive and analysis on the issues and history of this project that is bringing thousands of Albanians to the streets in protest. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: CBS has now fired Scott Pelley, further proving that mainstream media continues to bend the knee to the Trump Regime. Katie Phang breaks down the details behind Pelley’s firing, as well as the other critical 60 Minutes team members who have been fired, and she provides her analysis on why censorship is the name of the game now, as access journalism trumps editorial independence. Ridge: Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/phang #ridgepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down Trump’s bizarre appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. National security expert Bradley Moss joins Katie to explain just how consequential the move could be. She also unpacks Acting AG Todd Blanche’s admission that the DOJ will not be moving forward with the controversial $1.776 billion slush fund, along with the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including new estimates showing the war could cost American families nearly $100 billion. Thanks to our sponsors: Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump has had a litany of personal lawyers who have chosen loyalty to one man over what their oaths of office have required of them. Most recently, Acting AG Todd Blanche lost his cool when Sen. Chris Van Hollen called him out on this. Legal scholar, professor, and author Barbara McQuade joins Katie Phang to talk about her new book, The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government, and how bad actors seize power that belongs to the people. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING UPDATE: The Kevin O’Leary-backed Stratos data center project in Utah has hit a big obstacle: the state agency that controls the project has demanded its footprint to be reduced by 75% and has imposed other major conditions. Katie Phang brings you the latest news on this data center that she has brought focus and attention to for its harmful and destructive environmental and community impacts. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As the latest bipartisan poll released by UnidosUS shows 67% of Latino voters disapprove of Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s performance, LULAC,  UnidosUS Action Fund, Mi Familia Vota, and Latino Victory are aggressively pushing forward with the launch of a new coalition focused on mobilizing Latino voters in key battleground states and districts.  LULAC CEO, Juan Proaño, joins Katie Phang to explain this new partnership and why every vote matters in November. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Former AG Pamela Jo Bondi appeared today for her “transcribed interview” before House Oversight, but she wasn’t under oath, wasn’t videotaped, and she could choose not to answer questions if she didn’t feel like it. What is Bondi hiding, and who is she protecting? Katie Phang with the analysis on today’s performative waste of time and why it’s obvious House Republicans are hiding the truth from the American people. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Federal judge enters an order that BLOCKS the Trump Administration from creating or operating the $1.776 billion slush fund, transferring money to the Fund, considering claims submitted to the Fund, or disbursing any funds from the Fund. Katie Phang with the details of that judicial move that is freezing Trump’s illegal slush fund in its tracks. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

A group of 35 former federal judges, appointed by both Democratic and Republican presidents, has now filed a motion in Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s IRS lawsuit, urging the judge to reopen the case to conduct an inquiry into whether fraud was perpetrated on the court when that “settlement” was agreed to between the parties.  Katie Phang walks us through the details of the motion, the applicable law, and why she believes the presiding judge is going to reopen the case. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: In 2023, a jury of Convicted Felon Donald Trump’s peers found him liable for the sexual abuse and defamation of E. Jean Carroll. In 2024, a jury of his peers found him liable for the additional defamation of Carroll. As he is on the eve of having to pay her almost $90 million plus interest, he has weaponized his DOJ to launch a criminal investigation into her deposition testimony from 2022. Katie Phang has all of the latest details, including why this investigation is being coordinated out of Chicago. Jones Road Beauty: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #jonesroadbeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Trump fail-son, Donald Trump, Jr., married Bettina Anderson this weekend, whose late father, H. Loy Anderson, Jr., whitewashed and vouched for Jeffrey Epstein. Katie Phang analyzes Anderson’s help and assistance to Epstein, including helping him to bring his biggest business to the US Virgin Islands, which is one of the epicenters of his horrific crimes. Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the day’s biggest headlines, including the latest developments in Trump’s hypothetical Iran deal and growing concerns over the Ebola outbreak. Plus, political commentator Elie Mystal joins Katie to unpack a major voting rights ruling out of Alabama rejecting new congressional maps, breaking down what it means for representation and for voting rights across the country. Thanks to our sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Sen. Andy Kim was teargassed and pepper-sprayed outside of Delaney Hall as he attempted to uncover and expose the inhumane conditions of that detention facility. Katie Phang brings the latest, including the private profiteering relationship between DHS and companies like GEO Group that own and operate detention facilities like Delaney Hall. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Journalist and podcaster Mandy Matney joins Katie Phang to talk about the latest in the Alex Murdaugh case, now that the South Carolina Supreme Court has reversed his murder convictions. They get into the details of the reversal, including the misconduct of the clerk who wrote a tell-all right after the jury trial. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Senate Republicans have fled DC for the holiday weekend, after having dumped Trump’s $1billion ballroom line-item and not voting on his $70 billion immigration bill. Katie Phang has the latest, including Republicans’ very public problems with the $1.776 billion slush fund that steals from the American taxpayers. Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Jeffrey Epstein’s long-time personal assistant and traveling companion, Sarah Kellen, provided some information to House Oversight yesterday, including what Rep. James Comer is claiming are the names of 3 “new” abusers. But, reporting suggests that those names aren’t new, so what else did Kellen say of value? Katie Phang has the details from that closed-door interview & analysis on the value of Kellen’s information. Ridge: Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/phang   #ridgepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Long-time Jeffrey Epstein assistant, Sarah Kellen, testified today before House Oversight.  She was never prosecuted and was identified in Epstein’s sweetheart plea deal Non-Prosecution Agreement as one of Epstein’s "potential co-conspirators" who were not to be charged.  Kellen claims that she, herself, was an Epstein and Maxwell victim.  Katie Phang on why today, however, is the day Kellen should tell the truth about everyone and everything that she saw and heard during her more than 10 years of being Epstein’s close assistant. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Jessica Killin, Colorado Congressional candidate and Army veteran, is ready to flip her seat from red to blue.  She joins Katie Phang to talk about her campaign priorities and why she is emphasizing what Coloradans need right now that Republican leadership isn’t delivering. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the day’s biggest headlines, including the shocking $1.776 billion slush fund created after Trump dropped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS. Former January 6 Capitol Police officer and current congressional candidate Harry Dunn joins Katie to explain why he believes the fund is a slap in the face. Katie also unpacks the felony charges filed against an ICE agent in Minnesota tied to a shooting during Operation Metro Surge, as well as the tragic shooting at a mosque in San Diego that left three people dead. Thanks to our sponsors: Ridge: Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/phang  #Ridgepod Jones Road: Use code PHANG at https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump has created a $1.776 BILLION slush fund with American taxpayers' dollars that will have no oversight and over which Trump can exert control. Congressman Jamie Raskin and Katie Phang do a deep dive on this alleged “settlement agreement,” and why it’s obvious Trump is just rewarding his most loyal foot soldiers & maybe bankrolling yet another insurrection. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Utah State Senator Nate Blouin is a part of the fight against the 40,000-acre Stratos data center in Utah. He joins Katie Phang to explain why a Republican super-majority in state legislatures makes it possible for backroom deals and cozy projects to get passed, and why he’s running for Congress to bring the fight to DC. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING: Convicted Felon Donald Trump voluntarily dismisses his BS collusion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department. Katie Phang has all of the details and the legal analysis on this news & what to expect next.

A group of Miami residents has sued Donald Trump, Gov. Ron DeSantis, and several other officials for violating the Constitution when they gifted valuable land to Trump’s “library” and got nothing in return. Lawyer Jerry Greenberg, who brought the lawsuit, joins Katie Phang to talk about the case details, including why this corrupt transaction hits at the heart of Miami. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump now wants to drop his $10 BILLION collusion lawsuit against the Trump IRS in exchange for a $1.7 BILLION slush fund of taxpayer funds to pay his allies and friends who allege they’ve been victims of Biden administration “weaponization.” Katie Phang has all of the latest on this new grifty scheme, including the possible pool of claimants like Jan 6 insurrectionists. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PHANG at https://www.oneskin.co/PHANG #oneskinpod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra is battle-tested and ready to lead California. He joins Katie Phang to talk about how his prior experience as an Attorney General, Congressman, and Secretary of HHS has prepared him to hit the ground running as Governor & he gives Katie some advice as a parent of daughters. Check out his campaign here: https://www.xavierbecerra2026.com/ Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Residents of the Chicago apartment complex that was victimized by federal immigration agents in Sept. of 2025 have now filed legal claims against the Trump Administration for their suffering and abuse. Katie Phang has the breaking legal news on their claims, including the more than $5 million that each resident is seeking, and more details about that illegal raid that has resulted in NO federal criminal charges against anyone. Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Textbook collusion? Convicted Felon Donald Trump is in talks with his own DOJ to settle his $10 BILLION IRS lawsuit. Katie Phang has the breaking news on how American taxpayers would foot the bill for this b******t settlement and how one of the terms includes no audits for Trump, his family, or his businesses. Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the biggest headlines, including the House Oversight Committee Democrats’ field hearing in Palm Beach, where Epstein survivors delivered powerful testimony as part of the ongoing investigation. Katie was on the ground at the hearing and shares key takeaways and what could come next. Plus, Lauren Hersh, CEO and Co-Founder of World Without Exploitation and an attorney for Epstein survivors, joins Katie following her testimony to discuss the continued fight for accountability. Katie also unpacks Senate testimony from Kash Patel and Pete Hegseth, where Democrats sharply questioned both men over their embarrassing display of leadership. Thanks to our sponsors: Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Ethos: Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/phang Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Long-time Utahn and democracy advocate, Caroline Gleich, is speaking out against the 40,000-acre data center project called Stratos, which is being pushed by Shark Tank celebrity investor, Kevin O’Leary.  She joins Katie Phang to explain why a Utah statute-created agency called MIDA (Military Installation Development Authority) is allowing for no transparency on this deal & why angry Utahns are opposing it. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Global ecologist and Exec. Dir. of Grow the Flow, Dr. Ben Abbott, is raising alarms about the lack of transparency on the proposed Stratos Project in Utah. He joins Katie Phang to explain the horrific impacts on the environment, including how the 40,000-acre data center could release as much heat as 23 atomic bombs per day & how it could destroy an already-shrinking Great Salt Lake. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Cole Allen, the alleged assassin from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, appeared in federal court and pleaded not guilty to the charges he’s currently facing. Katie Phang has the latest about his case, including a scathing motion to disqualify Jeanine Pirro and Todd Blanche, and she connects the dots on how this prosecution is linked to Felon Trump’s billion-dollar ballroom scheme. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

David Garrett is a part of the pioneering group that has brought the Donald J. Trump Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room to New York in order to show the magnitude of the Epstein Files, as currently produced by the Trump DOJ. He joins Katie Phang as they walk through the room, and he explains how the exhibition came into being and why it’s so important. Learn more about the project, which opens to the public on May 8th: https://trumpsonian.us/rr Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump, his failed sons, and the Trump Organization are suing the IRS and the Treasury Dept for $10 BILLION dollars. Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman joins Katie Phang on the powerful amicus brief they filed in this lawsuit & why we need to be paying attention to the evolution of the grift and corruption. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

NY state lawmakers want to change the laws to help victims of sex trafficking rings, like that of Jeffrey Epstein and others, to get some justice, including opening the statute of limitations for lawsuits. Katie Phang with the latest on this push for accountability and analysis of the proposed law. Lean: Visit https://takelean.com PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Dani Bensky is a victim and a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein. She is the first of the survivors to walk the Donald J. Trump Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room; to see the 4,347 volumes of the redacted Epstein Files, and to experience the beautiful candle tribute. Dani shares those moments with Katie Phang & they talk about the continued push for justice. Curious to see what the space looks like? Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/nZLoVrhI3NU Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie is joined by Rep. Robert Garcia to break down the latest developments in the Epstein files, including today’s hearing with Howard Lutnick, next week’s shadow hearings in Palm Beach, and former AG Pam Bondi’s upcoming interview. She also unpacks the latest on Trump’s ballroom, as Republicans propose using $1 billion in taxpayer dollars despite earlier claims it would be privately funded. Plus, Katie covers alarming news out of Fulton County, Georgia, where the Trump DOJ has demanded the names of 2020 election workers, raising serious concerns given the past targeting of Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss by Rudy Giuliani. Thanks to our sponsor: Lean: Visit https://takelean.com PHANG for your discount Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

MTG is all out of Fs to give, and she is spilling it all about Convicted Felon Donald Trump and the Epstein Files. At a recent speech, MTG made it clear that Trump did not want the Files released and tried his damnedest to keep them from being made public. Katie Phang on her revelations and why we need Republican allies like MTG for the Epstein Files. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

“This is the start and not the end. We are not tolerating the status quo.” That’s Kat Abughazaleh, who ran for Congress at 26-years old. She joins Katie Phang to talk about how we need real diversity in Congress and not just in age, but in lived experiences. They also explore what worked from her campaign & how best to turn out young voters. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Former Paul Weiss Chair & Jeffrey Epstein connection, Brad Karp, admits to Harvard Law School students that his firm bent the knee to Trump because he didn’t want to lose money, business, or partners. Katie Phang on how profits over people is the name of the game for those Big Law firms, as well as major corporations, and a reminder that those Big Law firms began the domino effect of capitulation. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Incumbent LA Mayor, Karen Bass, is running for reelection and one of her opponents is former reality TV personality, Spencer Pratt. Mayor Bass joins Katie Phang to talk about her priorities for her city & how recovery efforts are going after the tragic Palisades Fires.

It’s the 1-year anniversary of Katie Phang’s departure from legacy media, and she’s grateful to be able to meet the urgency of the moment without a corporate oligarch breathing down her neck. Her latest on the latest FCC attacks on free speech & why independent media is the most significant source of truthful, not neutral reporting. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Convicted Felon Donald Trump is trying to get American taxpayers to foot the bill for his $10 BILLION lawsuit against the IRS, and a federal judge is calling Trump out on it. Katie Phang has the latest court orders exposing possible collusion between Trump and his IRS over his absurd lawsuit in Florida. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

The Fair Immigration Reform Movement (FIRM) is calling for all Americans to participate in this Friday’s May Day, a general strike: no work, no shopping, no school. Its Managing Director, Andy Kang, joins Katie Phang to talk about his organization’s efforts to fight for immigrant rights & why we need to push for the total elimination of ICE. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie breaks down the day’s biggest headlines and is joined by Rep. Ro Khanna to discuss his roundtable with Epstein survivors and Katie’s new lawsuit. She also covers King Charles’ visit to Washington, the new indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, and a major legal development allowing his daughter, Maurene Comey, to move forward with a lawsuit against the Trump administration. Katie also unpacks the latest with Trump's ballroom and the continuing war in Iran. Thanks to our sponsors: Cheers: For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order at ⁠https://CheersHealth.com/PHANG⁠. #Cheers #ad Honeylove: Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/phang! #honeylovepod Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Caroline Stout was recruited to join Turning Point USA as an impressionable young woman. She was looking for a place to belong, and her conservative Texas roots just made it make sense. She joins Katie Phang to talk about how she realized that Turning Point was manipulating her and other young people & she shares her thoughts on how to reach young voters.

The ballroom was always the point. Katie Phang breaks down the current status of the lawsuit to block Felon Trump’s construction of his atrocious ballroom, highlighting how private donors are allowed to remain anonymous and how Trump/MAGA-land has jumped on this absurd ballroom bandwagon.

As an independent journalist, Katie Phang cannot do her job reporting on the facts and evidence surrounding Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and others in the Epstein Elite if she cannot access the full Epstein Files. So she’s suing Acting AG Todd Blanche to force the DOJ to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Here is her explanation of why she decided to sue and what to expect, including her request for a special master.

The DOJ allegedly drops the criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, just in time for Trump’s hand-picked Kevin Warsh to try to get across the finish line. Katie Phang has the latest details, including analysis on why Powell should stay and fight back against Trump.

The Office of the Inspector General just announced it’s going to be auditing the DOJ for its compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Katie Phang on what to expect and why former AG, Pamela Jo, was the biggest violator of the law.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has been fighting for democracy for years, and now she takes that fight to the Governor’s office. She is running to be the next Governor of Michigan, and she joins Katie Phang for a discussion of what it takes to tackle the affordability crisis that is haunting so many Americans right now. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

In an outrageous and disgusting move, some House Oversight Republicans are supporting a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell in exchange for her testimony. Katie Phang breaks down the latest reporting on this, including a recent filing in Maxwell’s attempts to vacate her jury trial conviction. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie reacts to breaking news as yet another Democratic lawmaker steps down, with Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigning just minutes before the House Ethics Committee was set to review her expulsion. She also breaks down Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing, where he faced intense questioning from lawmakers, including sharp exchanges with Senators Raphael Warnock and Elizabeth Warren. Plus, Katie discusses Tucker Carlson’s apology for endorsing Trump and what it could signal for his political future, as well as Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s decision to step down, adding to the growing shakeup on Capitol Hill. Sidebar with Katie Phang delivers sharp, unfiltered analysis of law, politics, and today’s biggest headlines. Hosted by veteran journalist, former prosecutor, and trial lawyer Katie Phang, the show cuts through misinformation, spin, and partisan noise to get to the facts. Drawing on her front-row experience in some of the most consequential legal and political moments of recent history, Katie brings clarity, context, and accountability to the stories shaping our current climate. With a no-nonsense approach and a fearless voice, Sidebar with Katie Phang gives viewers the truth. Straight, no chaser. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

As the 2-week “ceasefire” with Iran expires tomorrow, Sen. Cory Booker joins Katie Phang with the latest on the push by Senate Democrats to force Republicans to own this illegal war. They also discuss the $24 billion sovereign wealth fund investments by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, & Abu Dhabi into the Paramount/Warner Bros. Pending mega-merger that Trump has blessed. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

What can we learn and deploy here in the US from Peter Magyar’s stunning win over Viktor Orbán? Prof. Kim Lane Scheppele joins Katie Phang for an incredibly fascinating conversation about how Magyar found his way to victory & what’s next for Hungary.

BREAKING: Kash Patel sues The Atlantic and writer Sarah Fitzpatrick for her bombshell article alleging Patel’s “conspicuous inebriation and unexplained absences.” Katie Phang has the lawsuit specifics, including Kash’s outrageous demand for a minimum of $250 MILLION dollars in damages.

The Trump DOJ continues to be weaponized to go after political opponents like reproductive freedom advocates, including the healthcare providers at the few clinics that are left that provide abortions. Pres. of Reproductive Freedom for All, Mini Timmaraju, joins Katie Phang for an in-depth conversation on the latest strategic attack on abortion by Trump and the GOP.

Trump’s judicial nominees refuse to admit that he lost the 2020 election. Instead, they recite, while under oath, canned responses while being grilled by Senate Democrats. Katie Phang highlights one particularly egregious nominee, Justin D. Smith, and analyzes why Trump is desperate to stack the federal bench as quickly as possible.

Courtney McClain is running to represent South Carolina’s 4th Congressional District, and if elected, she’d be the first Gen Z and African-American woman to be elected to Congress from that state. She joins Katie Phang to talk about what issues are top of mind for voters and what she can accomplish for her community.

Today on Sidebar with Katie Phang, Katie reacts to breaking news as the DOJ moves to vacate January 6th convictions for far-right extremists. She also breaks down Trump’s escalating feud with the Pope, how it could alienate key Christian supporters, and the broader implications for global stability and the economy. Plus, Katie unpacks the latest chaos in Congress following the resignations of Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales, detailing the allegations, the response on Capitol Hill, and what it all means moving forward. Sidebar with Katie Phang delivers sharp, unfiltered analysis of law, politics, and today’s biggest headlines. Hosted by veteran journalist, former prosecutor, and trial lawyer Katie Phang, the show cuts through misinformation, spin, and partisan noise to get to the facts. Drawing on her front-row experience in some of the most consequential legal and political moments of recent history, Katie brings clarity, context, and accountability to the stories shaping our current climate. With a no-nonsense approach and a fearless voice, Sidebar with Katie Phang gives viewers the truth. Straight, no chaser. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Minnesota authorities announced an investigation into ICE agents after they busted down the home door of a Hmong-American U.S. citizen, ChongLy “Scott” Thao, and forced him into the freezing cold. Katie Phang has the details of the investigation, including how the federal government is stonewalling, turning over evidence to the local authorities. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

Hungarian autocrat, Viktor Orbán, loses BIG despite efforts by Convicted Felon Donald Trump to interfere in that country’s elections. Katie Phang has the latest updates, as well as analysis on how Trump’s latest spiraling is a further sign of a mental breakdown resulting from loss after loss. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

BREAKING NEWS: Convicted Felon Donald Trump LOSES his defamation lawsuit against the WSJ for its publication of the birthday letter Trump allegedly sent to his friend, Jeffrey Epstein, for Epstein’s 50th Birthday Book. Katie Phang breaks down the court order and explains why Trump gets another chance to try to fix the defects in the lawsuit. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

According to Elie Ying Mystal, the clock is ticking on our chance to stop Convicted Felon Donald Trump from committing more atrocities. He joins Katie Phang on how impeachment, conviction, and removal will stop future catastrophes from taking place. If we don’t try, we’ll be complicit.

While Acting AG Todd Blanche tries to convince Americans that Trump’s DOJ is tough on fraud, the reality is that Trump has pardoned more than 70 allies, donors, and others convicted of fraud. Katie Phang on the hypocrisy of Trump’s version of “justice” and how his new war on fraud is b******t. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

After the success of No Kings Day 3.0, it’s time for us to get ready for May Day. Indivisible’s Ezra Levin joins Katie Phang to talk about what to expect on May 1st, how to get involved, and what our resistance can do in the fight against authoritarianism. Check out May Day Strong here and join their organizing call tonight, April 9th at 7 pm ET: https://maydaystrong.org/ Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

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. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

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. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com

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. Subscribe to Katie Phang's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@katiephangnews Subscribe to Katie's Substack here: https://katiephang.substack.com