Sid & Friends In The Morning

Gotham Grapples: Mayor Showdown, Legal Houdini, and Amelia Lewis' Story | 12-05-25

On this Friday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers a range of current events, starting with tensions between Mayor Eric Adams and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani over rent-stabilization proposals and executive orders. Next, Sid delves into an update on New York Attorney General Letitia James's dismissed federal mortgage fraud case. Discussions follow about security and support for the Jewish community amidst rising antisemitism, including a rally and proposed legislation to ban protests near places of worship. Lastly, sports predictions are made for upcoming college and professional football games this weekend. Amelia Lewis, Brian Kilmeade, Harmeet Dhillon, Joe Tacopina, Mike Lawler & Suzanne Miller join Sid on this Friday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Harmeet Dhillon | Assistant A.G. for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice | 12-05-25

Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant A.G. for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice, makes her debut on the program with Sid to talk about her commitment to combating antisemitism on both the left and right, emphasizing that such efforts should be bipartisan. Dhillon shares her focus on tackling antisemitism in New York and nationally, including hate crimes against Jewish communities. The conversation covers her broad interpretation of civil rights, the challenges faced by law enforcement, and the need for citizens to stand up against violence and harassment. The dialogue also highlights systemic issues within the judicial and political landscape, including the influence of biased judges and political figures like George Soros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Joe Tacopina | Defense Attorney | 12-05-25

Defense Attorney Joe Tacopina calls in for his weekly Friday morning hit to touch upon a range of contentious topics, including the influence of Muslim populations in Western cities like London and its cultural implications. Sid and Joe discuss the significant changes in these cities due to demographic shifts, with specific focus on the Muslim Brotherhood’s impact on Western civilization. Joe also criticizes George Soros for his influence on the American justice system through financial support for certain DA candidates, which they argue has led to public safety issues. Additionally, they debate the case of accused murderer Luigi Mangione, disapproval of DA Letitia James, and briefly touch upon soccer dynamics in Italy ahead of this year's World Cup in the United States. The discussion blends cultural observations with legal and political critiques, underscoring concerns about crime, justice reforms, and societal changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Mike Lawler | Congressman, New York District 17 | 12-05-25

Congressman Mike Lawler joins Sid to talk about various political and economic topics. Lawler touches on President Trump's recent activities, including his efforts on foreign policy and economic issues. He discusses the importance of maintaining the majority in the House and the implications of recent electoral wins. Lawler elaborates on economic policies related to tax cuts, healthcare costs, housing, and immigration reform. He also comments on the role of Speaker of the House and the challenges associated with it, noting both the work of the current and past speakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Amelia Lewis | NYU Student | 12-05-25

NYU Student Amelia Lewis calls in to share her traumatic experience of being attacked on a Monday morning while walking near Broadway and Waverly Place. She describes how a middle-aged man hit her, pulled her hair, and threw her to the ground in broad daylight, leaving her in shock and fear. Bystanders quickly came to her aid, and she reported the incident to the police. Despite still being in shock and dealing with ongoing police and court proceedings, Amelia hopes to raise awareness about safety issues and the need for increased security, especially for young women in the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]