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CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip

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

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Van Jones
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Kate Bedingfield
Political strategist and former White House communications director
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Carrie Champion
Journalist and television host
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Noah Rothman
Political commentator and journalist
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Shermichael Singleton
Republican political strategist and commentator
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Michael Smerconish
CNN host and SiriusXM radio host
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David Wasserman
Election analyst at the Cook Political Report
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Joanna Coles
Journalist and media executive
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Scott Jennings
Republican political commentator and CNN contributor
CNN
Episode: Campaigns Enter Final Stretch One Week Before Midterms

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CNN journalists and anchors who steer live, panel-driven political discourse and special coverage segments.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 361 ratings
  • A great podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    St Clinton
    2 months ago
  • Great Show Content But Rude Woman Commentator

    I love the content and the dialog and debating. But Caroline is extremely rude and tries to out shout the other polite and smarter commentators. Time to replace her with another conservative commentator who knows how to debate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gap1959
    Japan2 months ago
  • Narrow predictable topics

    I love a good faith debate but there’s so much bias in nearly every topic being outrage towards Trump. Why ignore the Jason Arday story? You could’ve paired it with the Darline Graham debate flub & discussed meritocracy, DEI, & it would have been a more balanced discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KathleeninCO
    United States2 months ago
  • Kudos

    Love this show! Guests have robust voices and Abby always keeps her cool in her moderating! Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smyle2day
    Canada3 months ago
  • Talking over each other

    I really want to like this show. It can be very frustrating to actually hear arguments though when everyone is just speaking over each other. I love Abby tho and the idea of the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    No real defense of my faith
    United States5 months ago

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Some episodes are criticized for guests talking over one another, suggesting room for better panel management.
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Positive notes highlight insightful guests and balanced dialogue as a core strength.
Guests with strong perspectives are balanced by rigorous moderation and evidence-based questions.

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Trump Orders DOJ to Block Results if His Candidate Loses
Q: Do you think that there is a risk to the United States and to other countries that there is one man who can decide whether or not they have the ability to carry out a war?
The panel agrees that concentrated control over Starlink could pose a risk, while discussing whether government oversight and existing contracts constrain that power.
Trump Orders DOJ to Block Results if His Candidate Loses
Q: Katie, what do you make of the Department of Justice doing something that frankly defies its own internal regulations?
Katie Porter calls the lawsuit unprecedented and says it lacks a legal basis, adding that it could be dismissed quickly but that the threat is significant.
Trump Defends Ramaswamy’s Ad, Urges Him to Keep Running It
Q: What is the policy purpose of $5,000 checks for every American?
Lydia Moynihan says she does not know of a policy purpose and characterizes the proposal as serving a campaign purpose.
Trump Defends Ramaswamy’s Ad, Urges Him to Keep Running It
Q: Do gutter politics have limits?
The panel argues over whether Trump's support for the Ramaswamy ad crosses a line, with several members calling the ad cruel and politically damaging.
Trump Rallies in NC, Where GOP Candidate Trailing in Polls
Q: How can a private citizen, Elon Musk in this case, have control whatsoever over a military satellite system?
Abby Phillip distinguishes the commercial Starlink system, which Musk controls, from Starshield, a military system licensed to and controlled by the U.S. government.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CNN NewsNight

What is CNN NewsNight about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program combines brisk political panel discussions with sharp moderation, delivering reach across national policy debates, electoral dynamics, and media tactics. Episodes commonly pair a rotating cast of analysts and journalists with politicians and public figures to dissect current events, often balancing contrasts between progressive and conservative perspectives. A notable mix includes hard-edged political analysis alongside lighter crossovers from a Food Network segment, providing both serious context and accessible, culture-forward moments. The show's style tends to favor rapid, multi-voice conversations, strong fact-checking, and pointed questions that push guests to clarify positions and policy implications.

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