Hot in Siddy | 05-20-26

Sid and Friends in the Morning delivered a fast-moving mix of New York sports passion, political firepower, and entertainment news, headlined by Joe Benigno’s emphatic support for “Mayor Sid” while declaring the Knicks are on a historic championship path following a massive playoff win, with both Benigno and Sid praising the roster’s depth, leadership, and title potential. Congressman Mike Lawler added a sharp political lens, celebrating Thomas Massie’s primary defeat, defending President Trump’s foreign policy agenda, and previewing a high-profile Trump visit to Rockland County focused on taxes, immigration, and public safety. Former Congressman Peter King reinforced themes of GOP momentum and “MAGA strength,” backing Lara Trump as a rising political force, defending the U.S.–Israel alliance, and weighing in on New York City’s political landscape, including criticism of Zohran Mamdani and praise for Bruce Blakeman. Lara Trump herself joined the show to defend President Trump’s Iran and global strategy, address conservative infighting, and reflect on the renewed political energy around the Trump movement while acknowledging ongoing speculation about future public service. The program also featured William DeMeo, who detailed plans for Season 3 of Gravesend, including a split-season release and fan screening events, while sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the Brooklyn-based series’ expanding cast and growing cultural footprint.