Sidebar with Katie Phang

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 bullshit 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