Abby Phillip is a prominent CNN news anchor, known for her insightful political reporting and moderating skills, offering brands a credible and influential voice in discussions on current events and policy. After quickly establishing herself as a White House reporter at Politico and a national political reporter at The Washington Post, Abby Phillip joined CNN in 2017, where she rapidly became a recognized face on the network. Phillip began her journalism career at Politico as a White House reporter and blogger, focusing on campaign finance and lobbying. She then moved to The Washington Post, serving as a national political reporter covering general assignments before an impactful tenure at ABC News as an ABC News Fellow and digital reporter in New York City.
Her highly anticipated book, ‘A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power’, is scheduled for release in October 2025. This upcoming work highlights her depth as a political historian and commentator, further expanding her influence and intellectual contributions to public understanding of American politics.