Nightly Scroll with Hayley – Ep.189

Title: White House Claps Back At Sabrina Carpenter
Host: Hayley Caronia
Date: December 4, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Hayley Caronia takes on the latest political and cultural headlines from a conservative perspective, including the Tennessee congressional special election, the viral clash between Sabrina Carpenter and the White House over social media content, escalating crime stories out of New York, attacks on Christmas traditions, cultural controversies, and an unexpected Neuralink conspiracy involving Kim Kardashian. With her signature sass and no-nonsense analysis, Hayley dissects Democrat "hypocrisy," calls out the left, applauds Republican wins (but warns complacency is dangerous), and highlights the ongoing culture wars.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District Special Election

[01:36]

• Republican Win, But With Caveats: Matt Van Epps (R) wins by 8 points in a district Trump previously won by 22.
• Hayley notes, “A win is a win. But Democrat Afton Bain... got 77% of the vote in Davidson County, where Nashville is.”
• Close Race Raises Alarm: “Afton Bain got too close for comfort... We can rest on our laurels or use this as a wake up call for Republicans that Democratic socialism is on the rise. Young people are listening...”
• Takeaway: Urban areas remain deeply blue, even in red states, and young/Gen Z voters are responding to progressive messaging.

2. Sabrina Carpenter vs. The White House: The TikTok Beef

[08:54]

• Background: White House social media team used a viral remix of Sabrina Carpenter’s song “Juno” for a video showing ICE agents handcuffing individuals during arrests, mimicking the “have you ever tried this one?” TikTok trend.
• Carpenter’s Reaction: Furious, she posted, “This video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda.” [11:02]
• Hayley's Analysis: Celebrities’ music is fair game on social platforms: “Nobody on TikTok asks for artists’ permission to put their songs on their posts... Your words are going to be used out of context whether you like it or not. It is 2025 anyway.”
• White House Responds: Deputy Press Secretary Abigail Jackson claps back with Carpenter’s own lyrics: “Here’s a short and sweet message for Sabrina Carpenter. We won’t apologize for deporting dangerous criminal, illegal, murderers, rapists and pedophiles from our country.”
• Hypocrisy Called Out: Hayley notes criticism of Carpenter’s own controversial music video, filmed provocatively in a Catholic church, comparing it to her outrage at the White House video.
  • “This is just a hypocritical moment. The Democrats, celebrities, they’re hypocritical.” [14:00]
• Behind the Scenes: Filming for the video led to a scandal and investigation at a Brooklyn Catholic church.

3. Madonna’s Trump & World AIDS Day Outrage

[15:27]

• Madonna falsely claims Trump “ended” World AIDS Day traditions, sparking her emotional post.
• Hayley counters: “Donald Trump did not end World AIDS Day... Posting on X, ‘happy World AIDS Day’ does not do anything. It doesn’t help anyone with AIDS. All of this is just virtue signaling. Who cares if the government... doesn’t put out a proclamation?” [16:49]
• Reminds listeners of Madonna’s previous call for violence against the White House.

4. Trump’s Recent Moves & the "Auto Pen" Executive Order Controversy

[21:36]

• Trump to Cancel Biden’s “Auto Pen” Orders: Trump posts he would nullify any documents signed by Biden via auto pen.
• Hayley Skeptical: Notes both parties have used the auto pen; legal challenges are unlikely to succeed.
• DOJ Investigation Ongoing: Hard to prove if Biden was aware of all documents signed.
• Trump Pardons Democrat Henry Cuellar: Charged with bribery but praised for opposing open borders.
  • Trump statement: “Henry, I don’t know you, but you can sleep well tonight, your nightmare is finally over.” [24:23]

5. Trump Candid in Cabinet Meeting

[25:11]

• Calls media “intelligent lunatics” and claims he’s treated unfairly compared to Biden:
  • Quote: “I sit here, I do four news conferences a day. I ask questions from very intelligent lunatics, you people...” [25:21]
  • Claims to be “sharper than I was 25 years ago.” [25:55]
• Hayley echoes media double standard about presidential accessibility.

6. Trump’s Income Tax Abolition Promise

[28:29]

• Trump: “You won’t even have income tax to pay... whether you get rid of it, or just keep it around for fun...”
• Hayley celebrates: “Wouldn't that be wonderful? The income taxes in New York and California, they're insane...”

7. New York Crime Stories & Broken Justice System

[30:21]

• Subway Arson Attack: Random man set on fire; perpetrator remains at large.
• Student Assault: NYU student Amelia Lewis describes being followed, assaulted in public.
  • “If you're a young girl living in New York City... please be careful.” [32:38]
• Serial Offender: Attacker (James Rizzo) has 16 priors; recently involved in more assaults/burglaries; finally arrested.
• Systemic Failure: Hayley laments NYC’s trajectory with policies not favoring public safety.

8. Methodist Pastor Comes Out as Trans Woman

[35:48]

• Pastor’s announcement: “I'm not becoming a woman. I'm giving up pretending to be a man.” [36:11]
• Adds, “My voice... it might go a tad higher... Pronouns, she, her. But I'm not going to be pronoun police.” [37:02]
• Hayley reacts: “People... choose their pastors based on how they interpret the word of God. If you are going against God's creation... what else is this guy lying about?”
• Viewers in the chat remark, “This is why I left the United Methodist Church.” [38:55]

9. Portland's "Tree Lighting," Christmas Erasure, and Sydney Sweeney’s Style Sparks Culture Debate

[39:03 & 41:23]

• Portland avoids “Christmas” label, hosts a generic “tree lighting” that turns into pro-Palestine rally.
  • Hayley: “If you don’t want to celebrate, then don’t, don’t do the tree lighting at all.” [39:03]
• Sydney Sweeney in the Culture Wars:
  • Praised by Hayley for “sparkly Christmas light” look and pride in celebrating Christmas.
  • Liberals mock her “Republican” look after TV appearance; Hayley mocks the double standard: “She does look like a Fox News anchor. But they're gorgeous. They look very clean cut. Good for Sydney Sweeney.” [41:53]

10. DNA Testing Drama – 23andMe & Inheritance Lawsuit

[44:33]

• Woman sues for share of $28M inheritance after DNA test reveals secret family connection; family disputes her entitlement, describes her as manipulative.
• Hayley skeptical of DNA testing services, warning about privacy and data breaches.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Afton Bain’s Concession on CNN:

  • “We are hospitable. We love Southern hospitality. And so absolutely, I will call him... I look forward to maybe competing with him next year.” – Afton Bain [05:31]

• Hayley on Gen Z:

  • “Women are the problem. But we have to be better messengers than the left. You know, they talk about freebies. Their candidates are selling them all these things and they're buying it.” [03:16]

• On Sabrina Carpenter’s outrage:

  • “Is this everyone’s first day on the internet? Your face is going to be made into a meme whether you like it or not.” [11:02]
  • “The Democrats, celebrities, they’re hypocritical.” [14:00]

• White House Responds to Sabrina Carpenter:

  • "We won't apologize for deporting dangerous criminal, illegal, murderers, rapists and pedophiles from our country. Anyone who would defend these sick monsters must be stupid. Or is it slow and stupid. Or is it slow?" [Approx 12:00–13:00]

• Trump on the Media:

  • “I do four news conferences a day... from very intelligent lunatics, you people... I think I’m sharper than I was 25 years ago.” [25:21–25:55]

• Hayley on NYC Crime:

  • “It’s just another day that ends in Y. Just lit some random person on fire... Do not know where he is.” [30:40]
  • Student Amelia Lewis: “That was honestly like the scariest experience of my life... be aware at all times.” [32:38]

• Pastor’s Gender Transition:

  • “I’m not becoming a woman. I’m giving up pretending to be a man... My voice... might go a tad higher. Pronouns, she, her.” [36:11–37:02]
  • Hayley: “If you are going against God's creation... what else is this guy lying about? How can you trust this guy's interpretation of the Bible?” [37:53]

• On the Portland Tree Lighting:

  • “They take the Christ out of Christmas. They put the free free Palestine. And in Christmas...” [40:37]

Other Memorable Pop Culture and Conspiracy Moments

Kim Kardashian, Neuralink, and “Holes in Her Brain”

[49:14–55:05]

• Kim’s brain scan shows “holes” (low activity); TikTok users joke it’s laying the groundwork for Neuralink promotion.
• Hayley comments: “I ain't letting any company put anything in my body. Not a chip, not anything, not an implant.” [53:45]
• Banter about AI, privacy, and “cyborgs” in jest.

Political Yard Sign “Arms Race”

[55:13]

• Viral TikTok: Home for sale next to neighbors with excessive Trump/Thin Blue Line/America First signage.
• Hayley: “That is crazy. Your house looks a mess... Sorry, I love Trump, but that’s... You’re allowed one sign during an election year.” [55:59–57:12]

Thanksgiving Pranks & Family Hijinks

[58:18 and 60:36]

• Videos of Thanksgiving-themed pranks—AI “turkey costume” photos, and the viral “Turkey Trot prank.”
• “People are just soft,” Hayley laughs about online outrage at silly family pranks. [62:09]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Tennessee Special Election Insight: [01:36–08:51]
• Sabrina Carpenter/White House TikTok Controversy: [08:54–15:25]
• Madonna & World AIDS Day: [15:27–18:39]
• Trump “Auto Pen” Executive Orders / Pardons: [21:36–24:23]
• Trump Riffs on the Media & Fitness: [25:11–28:10]
• Income Tax Abolition Proposal: [28:29–30:21]
• NYC Crime Chronicles: [30:21–35:48]
• Methodist Pastor Comes Out as Trans: [35:48–39:03]
• Portland Christmas Tree/Pro-Palestine Rally: [39:03–40:36]
• Sydney Sweeney "Culture War": [41:23–44:33]
• 23andMe Inheritance Battle: [44:33–48:59]
• Kim Kardashian Neuralink Conspiracy: [49:14–55:05]
• Political Signage Overkill Discussion: [55:13–57:41]
• Thanksgiving/Mexico Cultural Mashup: [58:18–60:05]
• Family AI Thanksgiving Prank: [60:36–62:09]

Tone & Language

• Hayley is witty, direct, and sarcastic—calling out liberal “hypocrisy,” celebrating conservative wins, and peppering the show with pop culture jabs and “bold opinions.”
• Regular banter and chat interactions keep the tone energetic and personable.
• Frequent use of playful language: “Women are the problem.” / “Is this everyone’s first day on the internet?” / “You couldn't pay me to even visit Portland, Oregon.”

Final Takeaways

Hayley’s Bottom Line:
Republicans should not be complacent after narrow wins; youth and cultural messaging are battlegrounds. From TikTok standoffs to local crime, and from Christmas erasure to celebrity virtue signaling, the culture wars rage on. Hayley’s advice—“Don’t be soft, stay vigilant, and stay true to conservative values.”