Twitch streamer Hassanabi criticized Fox News after the network referenced the 2025 “Collargate” controversy involving his dog Kaia during a segment about his federal subpoena related to his trip to Cuba. Responding to the stream, Hasan accused the network of employing “literal stalkers” and called its coverage a “stalker operation.” He argued that the evidence had already refuted the key allegations and expressed disappointment when the controversy resurfaced months later.

Hassan Pikar found himself in the headlines again this week when a Fox News segment reignited the controversy that many viewers had previously written off from public discussion. The popular Twitch streamer reacted live to comments made during a broadcast that referenced allegations involving his dog, Kaya, while discussing an unrelated federal subpoena linked to his March 2026 trip to Cuba.The moment quickly gained popularity online. What appeared to be a passing comment during the segment turned into a sharp response from Hassanabi, who accused the network of focusing on a controversy that he believes has already been addressed.

Hassanabi responds after Fox News references dog collar controversy

During a recent livestream, Hasan 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 appeared to take the dreamer by surprise.Responding to the segment, Hasan argued that mainstream outlets face stricter standards than social media users when discussing sensitive allegations.“They can’t even say it… because they’re worried about being sued. Isn’t that ridiculous? Fox News is trying to entertain it, but they can’t, like, completely say it because random… people chirping on the Internet, obviously, don’t have the same fear. But when you’re a mainstream media outlet, there’s a level of editorial control; so they can only point it out, they can’t completely lean into it. You know?”The streamer’s frustration grew when he saw references to his dog appear in the segment. He then said one of the most talked about lines in broadcast reaction.(A Fox News reporter says, ‘I made sure we had a picture of Kaia…’) This is crazy, brother! This is a Fox News Sunday program! What do you mean?! I literally have stalkers on the payroll, man!”

Hassanabi accuses Fox News of running a “stalker operation”

As the discussion continued, Hassan turned his attention to the excessive surveillance of his content and personal life. He refuted claims that Kaya spent all day sitting on his back during watercourses and argued that publicly available evidence already refutes that narrative.“Brother, your own stalker operation literally…destroyed the meta. Not only did it prove it’s a…vibration collar, but it also proved she goes on long walks all day! So, obviously, she…isn’t sitting behind me all day; she’s literally…out in pictures! I know, it doesn’t matter. None of that…matters. But Jesus Christ, dude! This is so weird!”The latest round comes amid ongoing tensions between Hassanabi and conservative media outlets. Meanwhile, the discussion has spread across streaming communities, and fellow creators and viewers continue to debate both the controversy and the media attention it has received.