Twitch streamer Hassan Abi slammed Fox News after the network referenced the 2025 “CollarGate” controversy involving his dog, Kaya, during a segment about his federal subpoena related to a trip to Cuba. In his reaction to the live broadcast, Hassan accused the network of employing “actual stalkers” and described its coverage as a “stalking operation.” He said the evidence had already refuted the main allegations and expressed frustration at the controversy, which was revived months later.
Hassan Baker found himself back in the spotlight this week after a Fox News segment revisited a controversy that many viewers thought had already faded from public discussion. The popular Twitch streamer reacted directly to comments made during the stream that referenced allegations linked to his dog, Kaya, while discussing an unrelated federal subpoena related to his March 2026 trip to Cuba.The moment quickly gained attention online. What seemed like a passing comment during the clip turned into a heated reaction from Hassan Abi, who accused the network of paying attention to a controversy that he believed had already been addressed.
Hassan Abiy responds after Fox News reports dog collar controversy
During a recent live broadcast, Hassan watched a Fox News clip in which a reporter discussed his legal situation and then unexpectedly mentioned concerns about the so-called “CollarGate” controversy.
This comment seemed to surprise the broadcaster.In response to the clip, Hassan said mainstream media faces tougher standards than social media users when discussing sensitive allegations.“They can’t even… say that, either, because they’re worried about getting sued. Isn’t that funny? Fox News is trying to entertain it, but they can’t, exactly, they can’t say that because randomly… Internet tweeters obviously don’t have the same fear. But there’s a level of editorial control, like, when it’s a mainstream media outlet, so they can just point it out, and they can’t rely on it completely. You know?”
The streamer’s frustration grew when he noticed references to his dog appearing in the clip.
He then delivered one of the most talked about lines from the broadcast reaction.(“I made sure we had a photo of Kaia in…” says a Fox News reporter) This is crazy, bro! This is Fox News Sunday! What… do you mean?! I have… actual stalkers on my payroll, dude!
Hassan Abiy accuses Fox News of running a “witch hunt”
As the discussion continued, Hassan shifted his focus toward what he described as excessive monitoring of his content and personal life.
He disputed claims that Kaya spends all day sitting behind him during broadcasts, and argued that publicly available evidence actually contradicts that account.“Bro, your stalking has literally ruined… the definition. Not only has it proven that it’s just… a vibration collar, it’s also proven that it’s been hiking all damn day! So, obviously, it’s not… sitting behind me all day; it’s literally outside in… pictures! I know that doesn’t matter. None of that… matters. But Jesus Christ, dude! It’s so weird!”The latest tour comes amid ongoing tension between Hassan Abiy and the conservative media. Meanwhile, the discussion has spread to the streaming communities, and fellow creators and viewers continue to discuss the ongoing controversy and media attention it has received.
