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The Don Lemon Show
by Lemon Media Network
With three decades of award-winning journalism and storytelling behind him, Don Lemon takes his signature style and outspoken truth-telling to a new platform with The Don Lemon Show. Don welcomes a variety of guests and newsmakers to his show, with topics spanning everything from social issues and race to pop-culture and current events. Each episode will also feature Don’s personal take on the stories and topics that are shaping our lives and conversations. Expect his insightful commentary to go beyond the news of the day, getting to the heart of what really matters and helping his audience have a better understanding of the world around them. The Don Lemon Show is available on YouTube, as well as all audio and video platforms.
Episodes
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Trump's Threats, White House Press Secretary Backlash & Jason Lee Speaks Out
Donald Trump is making explosive new statements, threatening to go after political rivals including Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, while floating the possibility of pardoning himself and his allies. Former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton joins Don to react to the president's latest...
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Trump's Press Secretary Exposed as Bombshell Details Emerge in Ilhan Omar Probe
Donald Trump's new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, is facing fresh scrutiny after a Wall Street Journal report revealed she failed the California bar exam in 2011. Trump has praised her legal credentials, but the revelations are raising fresh questions about the claims he's made and...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Federal Judge Pushes Back on Trump DOJ's Aggressive Search of Ilhan Omar's Home
A federal judge has placed limits on the Trump administration's search of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home, raising serious questions about the Justice Department's aggressive investigation. According to CNN, federal investigators are examining allegations involving immigration documents and…
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HOT TOPICS: Trump's Wild Claims, Pardons & Charlotte Police Scandal Erupts
Donald Trump is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. From promising Americans $5,000 checks and handing out presidential pardons at campaign rallies to making bizarre claims about Social Security, the President's latest appearances are raising serious questions. Plus, outrage after Trump...
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LEMON DROP - Trump's New White House Press Secretary Is Already Toast
She's barely started, and the controversy is already brewing. Donald Trump's new White House Press Secretary is facing backlash over her debut performance, raising questions about how long she can survive in one of Washington's toughest jobs. Don and Adam Mockler break down her performance, her...
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LEMON DROP - The Woman Who Made Trump Pay: E. Jean Carroll's Stunning Story
Donald Trump is used to fighting his enemies. But E. Jean Carroll fought back and beat him in court. Twice. In this powerful conversation, Don speaks with acclaimed filmmaker Ivy Meeropol, director of Ask E. Jean, a new documentary about the woman who took on Donald Trump and won two landmark…
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HOT TOPICS: Trump's Rally Erupts, Woman Attacked, Workers Mocked & Justin Pearson Reacts
Donald Trump made controversial remarks about federal workers at his rally in Ohio - as new research reveals the staggering impact of his government cuts on black women. A recent study estimates that DOGE's cuts reduced federal employment among Black women by a staggering 25%. Don reacts to…
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LEMON DROP - Disaster Debut! Trump's New Press Secretary Gets Off To A Brutal Start
The new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, is already facing scrutiny after her first briefing and Don Lemon has plenty to say. From controversial past statements to her handling of questions from reporters, Don breaks down Zacharia's debut, the backlash surrounding her appointment, and...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: MAGA Meltdown! Trump Dumps Don Jr.'s Ex as Man at Center of $100K Scandal Tells All
Kimberly Guilfoyle is out and Donald Trump is distancing himself from his former ally as explosive allegations involving a $100,000 financial request continue to make headlines. Former Trump donor Eric Deters joins Don to discuss the allegations at the center of Guilfoyle's downfall. Deters…
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Feds Search Ilhan Omar's Home After Years of Trump Attacks - She Fires Back
BREAKING NEWS: Federal agents have searched the home of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, escalating a criminal investigation involving one of President Donald Trump's most outspoken political critics. After years of public attacks and political clashes with Trump, Omar is now at the center of…
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LEMON DROP - Wes Moore on His Clash With Trump: What Really Happened?
Governor Wes Moore joins Don for a candid conversation following his public clash surrounding President Donald Trump's visit to Maryland. What sparked the confrontation? What does Gov. Moore make of Trump's leadership, and what does this latest clash reveal about the growing tensions between the...
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LEMON DROP - Trump Donor Says Kimberly Guilfoyle Asked Him to Pay Her $100K AmEx Bill
Former Trump donor Eric Deters says Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.'s former fiancée and now U.S. Ambassador to Greece, asked him to pay off a $100,000 American Express bill while promising access to Trump's White House. Deters joins Don with what he says are the receipts, then the two go...
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LEMON DROP - D.L. Hughley GOES OFF on Trump, Nolan Wells & His Personal Life
No filters. No holding back. And absolutely NOTHING off limits. Comedy legend D.L. Hughley joins for a candid, unfiltered conversation about his new book, his life, career, and the man behind the laughs. Known for speaking his mind and never backing down, Hughley opens up in a revealing...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Trump's Grifters Exposed As ICE Shooting Sparks Nationwide Outrage
California Congressman Robert Garcia joins Don Lemon for an explosive conversation about mounting allegations of corruption within the Trump administration, and the ongoing battle for transparency surrounding the Epstein files. As scrutiny of the administration intensifies, Garcia discusses...
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All Hell Breaks Loose! Protests ERUPT After ICE Shooting & Trump Donor Drops Bombshell
ICE is under fire after federal agents shot a man in New York City, with a five-year-old child reportedly sitting in the back seat of his vehicle. Police say seven rounds were fired, sparking outrage, protests, and renewed demands for accountability. Vanessa Gibson and former Police Officer…
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Florida's Political Future at Stake - Don Grills Angie Nixon & David Jolly Live
With the midterm elections approaching, all eyes are on Florida. Could the Sunshine State be heading for a political shake-up? Don is LIVE in Florida for a special political conversation with Florida gubernatorial candidate David Jolly and U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon. From Donald Trump and...
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HOT TOPICS: New Twist in Nolan Wells Case: FBI Pushes Back But Family Refuses to Give Up
President Donald Trump yesterday responded to calls for a federal investigation into the mysterious death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, telling reporters his administration is looking into the matter. The president's remarks come as the FBI says it has found no evidence of foul play, and a...
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HOT TOPICS: Wes Moore Live After Trump Snub, New Ken Paxton Audio & Andrew Tate Bombshell
Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins Don LIVE after a public clash surrounding President Trump's appearance in Maryland. Plus, MORE leaked audio from Ken Paxton is making waves, and we break down the shocking developments involving Andrew Tate and his ties to figures in Trump's orbit. Don has the...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Trump Faces a Midterm Reckoning As Maxine Waters Weighs In
Maxine Waters is sounding off as the battle over the midterms heats up. The veteran congresswoman joins Don for a wide-ranging conversation about President Trump, the escalating political fight, and the enormous stakes heading into Election Day. With control of Congress on the line, Waters…
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Donald Trump Confronted Over 'Take Out' L.A. & San Diego Remarks
Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric on Iran, suggesting Los Angeles and San Diego could be "taken out," then warning the conflict could end the "nice way or the not so nice way." But when Trump was confronted about his comments at the White House, he walked away without answering. Don breaks...
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HOT TOPICS: Trump Suggests Iran Can 'Take Out' L.A. or San Diego In Crazy War Rant
Donald Trump suggested he would let Iran "take out" Los Angeles or San Diego during extraordinary remarks about war, invoking two major American cities as he made his point. Don plays the president's comments in full context and breaks down exactly what Trump said, what he appeared to mean, and…
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HOT TOPICS: Ice Barbie & Trump's Inner Circle: The Rot Runs Deep
Donald Trump promised to drain the swamp. But now "ICE Barbie" Kristi Noem and others in Trump's inner circle are facing scrutiny over taxpayer money, government contracts and alleged conflicts of interest. Don breaks down the controversies surrounding the Trump administration, the money involved...
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HOT TOPICS: Trump's $20M Taxpayer Ad Scandal & Vance Faces Racism Row
Donald Trump's administration has allocated $20 million in taxpayer funds for campaign-style TV ads featuring the president, with at least $2.5 million already spent on airtime. The White House says they are legitimate public-service announcements, while critics from both parties have questioned...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Election Panic Hits Trump World, Scaramucci Breaks Down Fear Inside the White House
Former White House Communications director Anthony Scaramucci joins Don to break down Donald Trump's extraordinary TIME interview, his concerns about Democrats taking control of Congress, and his statement that he would consider pardoning members of his administration. What does Trump's answer...
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HOT TOPICS: Trump Praises Dictator Kim Jong Un As Cornell Faces Questions Over Sexual Assault Case
Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are escalating their attacks on the American press, with Hegseth accusing parts of the media of "treason" and Trump continuing his praise of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Don breaks down the growing clash between the administration and…
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Donald Trump Is Becoming A Political Liability For Republicans
Is Donald Trump becoming political poison for his own party? Don Lemon breaks down Ken Paxton's newly leaked audio, Thom Tillis's "WTF moment," and María Elvira Salazar's campaign ad challenging Trump's immigration crackdown. Marjorie Taylor Greene now says "MAGA is dead," and Tucker Carlson says...
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HOT TOPICS: Eric Schmitt's Jack Smith 'Gotcha' Goes Off the Rails
Senator Eric Schmitt called Jack Smith a "dirtbag" and suggested he committed perjury—then his supposed gotcha unraveled over the Atlanta Hawks and the Iowa Hawkeyes. Don breaks down the hearing, Smith's defense of his Trump investigations, and an administration that continues making excuses for...
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LEMON DROP - Diddy Trial Witness Reacts To Stunning Prison Claims
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been behind bars for more than two years but explosive new claims suggest the music mogul may be living a surprisingly comfortable life in federal prison. Former inmates claim Diddy has other prisoners cooking, cleaning and doing his laundry, even giving him massages, while...
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Venezuelan Immigrant Being Held By ICE Facing Decades in Prison
A stunning twist in the case of Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez, the 28-year-old Venezuelan man shot by an ICE officer during a stop in Austin. Now, Garcés Pérez is the one facing federal charges and potentially up to 20 years in prison. In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Don, his attorney Kate...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: The Los Angeles Mayor on the Fight to Keep Her Job
Karen Bass is fighting to keep her job and with just weeks to go until Election Day, the pressure is mounting. In an exclusive interview, the Los Angeles mayor speaks to Don as she battles City Councilmember Nithya Raman in a closely watched race for control of America's second-largest city. Don...
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LEMON DROP - Trump Says We're Winning The War But These Veterans Aren't Buying It
Veterans speak out over President Trump's war with Iran, warning about the human cost, the lack of a clear exit strategy and the consequences of dragging America deeper into another prolonged conflict. Army veteran and activist Jolly Good and retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Pat Spearman...
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HOT TOPICS: Trump Can't Stay Awake As His Lies Fall Apart
Trump spent years calling President Biden "Sleepy Joe." Now the cameras keep catching him with his own eyes closed. He nodded off again during an Oval Office event, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, before facing questions over claims he made from the Resolute Desk. Don breaks down the footage,...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: This MAGA Candidate's Racist And Vile Posts Are Beyond Disturbing
A Republican nominee for statewide office in Texas is under fire after CNN's KFile uncovered since-deleted social media posts in which Bo French repeatedly called for the public execution of political opponents, including former President Barack Obama. French, the Republican nominee for the Texas...
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LEMON DROP - Midterms 2026: Black Women Are Dying And It's On The Ballot
The numbers are alarming: Black women in Harris County are dying from pregnancy-related causes at a dramatically higher rate - despite Houston being home to one of the largest medical centers in the world. So what is going wrong? Don speaks to Dr. Letitia Plummer, Democratic nominee for Harris...
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Hot Topics: Boos, Backlash & "I'd Like to Go Home" : Trump's Brutal Weekend
Donald Trump went looking for friendly territory, but his weekend produced some awkward moments, from audible boos at the Texas–Tennessee game to a hot mic apparently catching him saying, "I'd like to go home." Don breaks down the weekend, the White House's taxpayer-funded "public service...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: New Evidence Blows Open Nolan Wells' Case. What Are They Not Telling Us?
New details are raising questions about Nolan Wells' death. The Mississippi State Medical Examiner's autopsy found no water in his lungs or airways and documented head injuries, but left the cause and manner of death undetermined. A grand jury has declined to bring charges. Meanwhile, there are...
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Midterms 2026: Texans Are Fed Up After Years Of Greg Abbott
Don Lemon sits down with Democratic nominee for Texas governor Gina Hinojosa at Courier Texas' "On the Ballot" event in Houston. Hinojosa makes her case to Texas voters and takes aim at Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's record, arguing that decisions made under his administration have left working...
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Lauren, We Need To Talk! Sex Scandal? Care To Explain?
Don Lemon and Jennifer Welch are back for another round of Welch's Lemonade. They're diving into the sexual misconduct allegations Lauren Boebert denies, while Karoline Leavitt takes her post-White House media tour on the road. Meanwhile, the White House is shutting out news outlets, Mike Waltz's...
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Exclusive: Ed Sheeran's Cousin Lays Into Him Over Macklemore Fallout
In an exclusive interview with Don, Jethro Sheeran unloads on his famous cousin, Ed Sheeran, amid the explosive fallout over Macklemore's removal from the Loop Tour. Jethro calls Ed "selfish," "narcissistic" and a "coward," explains why he feels sorry for Macklemore, and even compares his…
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HOT TOPICS: Shot While Delivering Food: What Really Happened To Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez
A 28-year-old DoorDash driver was shot by an ICE officer in Austin, Texas and his attorney says the bullet is still lodged in his back. Wilber Rafael Garces Perez survived the shooting, was hospitalized twice and was then returned to immigration detention. His attorney says he later experienced...
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HOT TOPICS: Trump's Day From Hell: Press Ban Blocked and Candidates Flee Ahead Of Midterms
Donald Trump is having a very bad day. His press ban has been overturned and with the midterms looming, Republican candidates are scrambling to distance themselves from him. Don breaks down the growing panic inside MAGA world with Glenn Kirschner, attorney, former federal prosecutor and host of…
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LEMON DROP - Senator Mark Kelly Reveals the Fallout From His Explosive Clash With Trump
Senator Mark Kelly sits down with Don Lemon for a wide-ranging conversation about President Donald Trump, the direction of the country and what Kelly sees as the dangers of a government that targets its critics. Kelly, a former Navy combat pilot and NASA astronaut, has faced attacks from Trump…
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Trump's Attack on the Media is an Attack on Democracy
President Trump's escalating attacks on journalists and news organizations are dangerous, desperate and completely unhinged. This isn't simply another political feud, it is a sustained campaign to intimidate the press. Don is joined by our correspondent Daniel Grimes, Joy Reid, Jim Acosta and…
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LEMON DROP - John Bolton Warns Trump's "Crazy" Threat Could Backfire
Donald Trump stood before the United Nations - the institution created to prevent another world war - and threatened to "annihilate" Iran if it refused to make a deal. Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton joins Don Lemon to explain what that extraordinary warning could mean. Was…
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HOT TOPICS | Who Is Hiding the Truth? Nolan Wells' Parents On Why They Suspect a Cover-Up
What really happened to Nolan Wells and who knows the truth? In a heartbreaking interview with Don Lemon, Nolan's parents, Christine and Elmore, speak through unimaginable grief about the loss of their son and the questions that continue to haunt them. Joined by attorney Ben Crump, they make an...
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Lemon Live at 5: "They Failed Our Son" Nolan Wells' Parents Break Their Silence
Nolan Wells' parents say they were failed by the very people who were supposed to help them. Don sits down with the grieving family as they demand the release of their son's autopsy and call for the Justice Department to investigate his death. Too many questions remain and this family deserves…
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LEMON DROP - Why Does Donald Trump Still Connect With Some Black Men?
On the streets of Brooklyn, Don meets a Black voter who says he will support Trump-backed candidates in the midterms and would vote for Trump again in 2028 if the Constitution allowed it. What follows is a candid, sometimes surprising conversation about masculinity, money, political independence...
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HOT TOPICS | Grand Jury Says No Indictments - But Nolan Wells' Family Wants Answers
Don Lemon is LIVE with breaking reaction to the latest development in the death of Nolan Wells. After hearing from 43 witnesses, a grand jury has returned no indictments in connection with Nolan's death. But for his family, major questions remain. Don breaks down the grand jury decision, what...
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Lemon LIVE at 5: Trump Has Declared War On The Press. Now We Have To Fight Back!
Don reacts to the President's worsening treatment of the press. He then interrogates the problem with attorney and political advisor Moe Vela, and veteran reporter and White House correspondent April Ryan.🍋
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LEMON DROP - Jim Acosta Breaks Down Trump's Dangerous Media Crackdown
President Trump has barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House after objecting to their coverage, prompting the three news organizations to take his administration to court. Jim Acosta joins Don Lemon to discuss Trump's escalating war on the media, the constitutional fight over press...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
With three decades of award-winning journalism and storytelling behind him, Don Lemon takes his signature style and outspoken truth-telling to a new platform with The Don Lemon Show. Don welcomes a variety of guests and newsmakers to his show, with topics spanning everything from social issues and race to pop-culture and current events. Each episode will also feature Don’s personal take on the stories and topics that are shaping our lives and conversations. Expect his insightful commentary to go beyond the news of the day, getting to the heart of what really matters and helping his audience have a better understanding of the world around them. The Don Lemon Show is available on YouTube, as well as all audio and video platforms.
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Lemon Media Network
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