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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
by Lawrence O'Donnell, MS NOW
Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
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Lawrence: Republican Senator Sheehy just made Donald Trump Iran's ‘dope’
Tonight on The Last Word: The U.S. and Iran give differing accounts of deal negotiations. Also, a federal judge rules ICE can’t make arrests in immigration courts. Plus, Sen. Jon Ossoff defends his Senate seat against Mike Collins. And Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman explain how to cover Trump. John Kirby, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Ali Velshi, and Sen. Jon Ossoff join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Haberman and Swan react to Trump's attacks on them ahead of damning book, 'Regime Change'
Tonight on The Last Word: A new book details Donald Trump “operating on pure gut instinct” in the first year of his second presidency. Maggie Haberman, Jonathan Swan, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump picked the worst place in the world to sign his terrible deal with Iran
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump lies that he got Iran’s “unconditional surrender.” Also, Trump’s Iran deal faces rare backlash from top Republicans. Plus, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick attacks James Talarico’s faith. And Talarico demands Ken Paxton to release the “Hoffman files.” Fmr. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz, Sen. Chuck Schumer, and Texas State Rep. James Talarico join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump chose to play Obama's game and lost badly.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s Iran agreement falls far short of his promises. And Georgia Republicans cancel their redistricting efforts after backlash. Amb. Wendy Sherman, Jon Finer, Rick Stengel, and Keisha Lance Bottoms join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump's describing his so-called Iran deal the only way he knows how. With nonstop lying.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump desperately tries to sell his retreat from Iran as a win. Also, The Washington Post reports plans for Trump’s ballroom included half of its cost coming from taxpayer dollars. Plus, GOP Sen. Jon Husted defends Trump’s Iran war. And The New York Times details the untold story of Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 death in jail. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Ali Velshi, Sherrod Brown, and Michael Rothfeld join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: White House effectively says NYT reporters must have tapes of Situation Room meeting
Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports JD Vance wanted to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota. Also, Sen. Raphael Warnock reacts to a UFC fighter's vile attack on Michelle Obama. Plus, Donald Trump is refusing to release details of the Iran agreement. And Rep. Robert Garcia requests testimony from key White House officials. Sen. Raphael Warnock, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Rep. Robert Garcia join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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U.S. & Iran move closer to a deal to resume peace talks
Tonight on The Last Word: Questions remain on key issues in a potential U.S.-Iran deal. And a ruling is upheld to remove Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, Amb. Michael McFaul, Rep. Joyce Beatty, Barbara McQuade, and Jared Bernstein join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump lies about Vietnam War dead in a desperate attempt to justify troops killed in Iran
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump backs down from attacking Iran for the third day. Also, Trump says he could “take over” Iran if he wanted to. Plus, Republicans eye a fast track for Jay Clayton’s confirmation as Director of National Intelligence. And Josh Turek wins the Democratic nomination for Senate in Iowa. Sen. Peter Welch, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Sen. Chris Coons, and Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Vance knew Epstein Files were ‘a huge problem’
A new book reveals the Trump team's Epstein panic. Plus, the U.S. launches strikes against Iran for the second day. Also, Ken Dilanian shares new reporting on pardoned Jan. 6 criminals. And Deb Haaland wins the Democratic nomination in New Mexico governor's race. Rep. Ro Khanna, John Kirby, Ken Dilanian, and Deb Haaland join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: When Donald Trump says ‘if you want to know the truth,' he lies
Tonight on The Last Word: The U.S. strikes Iran after an Army helicopter is downed. Also, the House Oversight Committee questions Jeffrey Epstein aide Lesley Groff. Plus, a trade judge tells Donald Trump to speed up tariff refunds. The Trump Administration is detaining children at a staggering rate. And GOP candidate Steve Hilton advances to the California governor’s election against Xavier Becerra. Rep. Adam Smith, Ali Velshi, Rep. James Walkinshaw, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Jacob Soboroff join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence & Rachel discuss what’s happening in California as Trump says the election is ‘rigged’
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump makes wild claims about his war with Iran. Also, a lawsuit says Trump’s UFC event is “deeply corrupt.” Plus, the Justice Department is ordered to answer fraud claims in the Trump IRS case. And a bipartisan group argues a second Trump term is a “betrayal.” Sen. Ed Markey, Andrew Weissmann, and Ira Shapiro join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Senate GOP kills move to block Trump $1.776B fund
Tonight on The Last Word: Pam Bondi pins the blame on Todd Blanche for the Epstein files. Also, a moment of silence was held for Derek Chauvin by Minnesota Republicans. Plus, Rep. James Clyburn sounds the alarm on midterm complacency. And voters in farm states sour on Donald Trump’s economy. Rep. James Walkinshaw, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Rep. Joyce Beatty, and Lindsay James join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Blanche won the audition for Trump's AG when he publicly told Trump, 'I love you, sir'
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s Attorney General nominee faces a tough Senate confirmation. Also, Trump puts loyalty over experience with his DNI pick. And Trump remains defiant as voters sour on his economy. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Andrew Weissmann, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump is a big loser in California and in Congress
Tonight on The Last Word: MS NOW reports Donald Trump will nominate Todd Blanche as attorney general. Also, Trump picks Bill Pulte for acting Director of Intelligence. And Trump Treasury Scott Bessent is grilled on Trump’s IRS immunity. Rep. Hakeem Jeffriees, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: It's too late for Trump to kill the $1.776B political monster he created
Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Jon Ossoff says Donald Trump doesn’t understand America’s greatness. Also, former Attorney General Pam Bondi defends the Trump Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files. And the Trump administration can’t keep up with the exodus of lawyers. Sen. Gary Peters, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Barbara McQuade join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Rep. Garcia: Todd Blanche is ‘clearly covering up’ for Donald Trump
Tonight on The Last Word: Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is interviewed on the Epstein files. Also, voters turn on Donald Trump at Congressional town halls. Plus, backlash grows over the explosion AI data centers. Protests erupt at a New Jersey ICE detention center. And a Russian drone reportedly injures two people in Romania. Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Mark Pocan, Josh Einiger, Laura Haefeli, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: The tortured soul of Trump's lying & incompetent Treasury Secy. was on display again today
Tonight on The Last Word: A group of former federal judges asks the court to probe the “slush fund." Also, Sen. Cory Booker demands DHS shut down a NJ ICE facility. Plus, polls show a tight race for Ohio’s U.S. Senate seat. And The Wall Street Journal reports suspicious oil trades trigger an investigation. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sen. Cory Booker, Sherrod Brown, and David Uberti join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: On the 88th day of Donald Trump's 'smart war,' his Cabinet once again laughed about war
Tonight on The Last Word: The U.S. launched new “self-defense” strikes on Iran. Also, the majority of GOP voters oppose Donald Trump’s $1.776 billion “slush fund.” Plus, North Carolina Democrat Roy Cooper looks to flip a GOP Senate seat. And a new book marks America’s 250th anniversary in the era of Trump. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Andrew Weissmann, Roy Cooper, and Eddie Glaude join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Talarico to face candidate he calls nation's 'most corrupt politician' in U.S. Senate race in TX
Tonight on The Last Word: Ken Paxton defeats Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas GOP primary runoff. Also, the U.S. strikes Iran as Donald Trump says talks are going “nicely.” And Ben Rhodes writes about the battle for American identity in his new book, “All We Say.” Ali Velshi, Texas State Rep. James Talarico, Rep. Adam Smith, and Ben Rhodes join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump knows he's losing his 'slush fund' and his ballroom
Tonight on The Last Word: GOP lawmakers speak out against Trump’s “slush fund.” Also, a former Jeffrey Epstein assistant names three new alleged abusers. Plus, Keisha Lance Bottoms wins the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor. And global concerns grow over the Ebola outbreak in Africa. Sen. Alex Padilla, Rep. Ro Khanna, Keisha Lance Bottoms, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump says he's too busy to explain his Iran war. A Democrat did it in five minutes.
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats and some Republicans push back against Donald Trump’s ballroom and $1.776 fund. And the U.S. Senate campaign in Georgia advances to a run-off for Republicans looking to face Democrat incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff. Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Sen. Jon Ossoff join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump's the first president in history to say he's 'too busy' to explain a war he's waging
Tonight on The Last Word: The Senate advances a bill to limit Donald Trump’s Iran war powers. Also, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse slams Trump’s “cop beaters' slush fund.” And the Justice Department nixes audits for Trump, his family, and his businesses. Sen. Gary Peters, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Ali Velshi, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Today Trump said, 'I don't want to be stupid.' Too late, Donald. Too late.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says he called off new strikes on Iran. Also, Trump drops the IRS suit for his $1.776 billion fund to pay his allies. Plus, three are killed in a shooting at the San Diego Islamic Center. And Democrats warn of a new assault on voting rights. Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Ro Khanna, Rob D’Amico, and Rep. Terri Sewell join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump leaves China with no clarity on Iran or Taiwan
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump leaves China with no policy breakthroughs. Also, the German Chancellor warns of the “social climate” in the United States. Plus, the Trump world thrives as U.S. prices keep rising. And Trump uses the China trip to lobby for his ballroom. Chrystia Freeland, Robert Reich, and Rep. Maxwell Frost join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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'An embarrassment' & 'flat-out disaster': Cory Booker torches Trump over China summit
Tonight on The Last Word: China reportedly gains an edge on the U.S. amid the Iran war. Also, Democrats warn GOP maps target minorities’ voting power. Plus, House Democrats call for Trump Cabinet member Howard Lutnick to resign after his Epstein interview is released. And House Democrats introduce anti-corruption legislation. Laura Barrón-López, Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and Barbara McQuade join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump arrives for meeting with China's President Xi Jinping
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s war in Iran looms over the U.S.-China summit. Also, economists predicted the failures of Trump’s economy. And The Wall Street Journal reports the Trump administration is eyeing 250 pardons for July 4th. Laura Barrón-López, Rep. Madeleine Dean, Bobby Ghosh, Justin Wolfers, and Melissa Murray join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Hegseth grilled on the Hill as Pentagon’s Iran war estimate grows to $29B
Tonight on The Last Word: U.S. gas prices rise 50% since the start of the Iran war. Also, primary wins in Nebraska could help Democrats in November. Plus, Epstein survivors speak out at a Florida “shadow” hearing. And Donald Trump wants Republicans to use taxpayer money for his ballroom. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Rep. Maxwell Frost, David Farenthold, and Tim O’Brien join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Velshi: Trump about to face down adversary China, 'weakened, overextended' and stuck in his Iran war
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says he wants Venezuela to be the 51st state. Also, Trump’s war in Iran is hurting the U.S. economy. Plus, Trump’s redistricting war escalates nationwide. And Trump’s second term retribution campaign continues. Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Norm Eisen, and Barbara McQuade join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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GOP seek $1 billion from taxpayers for Trump’s ballroom
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fixates on the ballroom as the Iran war spikes gas prices. Also, Republicans move to redraw Black-majority districts in the south. Plus, Democrats pass a bill to block whites-only communities in Pennsylvania. And Vladimir Putin scales back his “Victory Day” parade. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Melissa Murray, Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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69 days of Trump’s war and no deal has been reached
Tonight on The Last Word: The U.S. and Iran exchange strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. Also, MS NOW reports FBI Director Kash Patel has ordered polygraphs of current and former members of his security team. And The New York Times wins a Pulitzer Prize for exposing Donald Trump profiting as president. Sen. Adam Schiff, Andrew Weissmann, and Eric Lipton join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump threatens Iran as he tries to wind down the costly war he claims he ‘won’
Tonight on The Last Word: Americans sour on Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran war and the economy. Also, GOP redistricting efforts expand in southern states. Plus, Trump Cabinet member Howard Lutnick testifies to the House Oversight Committee about Jeffrey Epstein. And the Trump Justice Department sues Denver over its assault weapons ban. Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Mayor Mike Johnston join Jacob Soboroff. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Hegseth: Ceasefire ’not over’ as U.S., Iran exchange fire in Strait
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump pauses the escort of ships in the Strait of Hormuz for negotiations. Also, Sherrod Brown wins the Ohio Democratic Senate primary. Plus, Rep. Raskin demands answers on Trump’s “Board of Peace” patent. And the Supreme Court restores abortion pill access, for now. Rep. Jason Crow, Sherrod Brown, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Melissa Murray join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Even Donald Trump seems to know that his war in Iran is now illegal
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump contradicts himself again on making a deal with Iran. Also, The Washington Post reports White House lawyers are preparing the Trump administration for a Democratic majority. And the Supreme Court guts Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act in a new ruling. Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (ret.), Rep. Robert Garcia, and Professor Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump, Hegseth’s ‘cavalier attitude’ towards U.S. deaths in Iran is ‘unacceptable,’ says Vindman
Tonight on The Last Word: Trump's Iran war reaches Iraq and Vietnam disapproval levels. Plus, Trump threatens to raise tariffs on EU cars to 25%. Also, May Day protests reflect growing economic unrest. And Democrats fight back against Trump and GOP on voting rights. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Robert Reich, Leah Greenberg, Rep. James Walkinshaw and Dr. Vin Gupta join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Donald Trump cares more about prosecuting James Comey than his own war in Iran
Tonight on The Last Word: Pete Hegseth faces his second day of questioning on the Iran war. Plus, gas prices surge as Trump's war in Iran drags on. Also, the New York Times petitions the court to unseal Epstein's purported suicide note. And MS Now has new reporting on Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's pursuit of the James Comey investigation. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Nicholas Kristof, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Rep. Jamie Raskin join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: The first six Americans killed in Trump's war died because Hegseth left them defenseless
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens Iran by posting an AI image of himself holding a gun. Plus, SCOTUS limits redrawing districts under the Voting Rights Act. And Acting AG Todd Blanche defends his James Comey indictment. Rep. Adam Smith, Eric Holder, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: America revolted against George III's ‘madness.' King Charles found the madness in America
Tonight on The Last Word: King Charles defends NATO and Ukraine in his speech to Congress. Plus, Epstein victims speak out as King Charles visits Washington. Also, James Comey is indicted by Trump's DOJ for the second time. Sen. Gary Peters, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump is now the first U.S. president in history to complain publicly of 'too much work!'
Tonight on The Last Word: Iran reportedly offers the U.S. a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Republican lawmakers back Trump's White House Ballroom plans. And a new book by Nicholas Enrich details USAID's dismantling under Trump and Elon Musk. Sen. Adam Schiff, Garrett Graff, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump sending Witkoff & Kushner to Pakistan for Iran talks
Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump Justice Department drops the criminal probe of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Also, the majority of voters reportedly disapprove of Donald Trump on the cost of living. Plus, right-wing leaders abroad are facing voter anger. And Trump and his administration attack the press to try to chill reporting. Rep. Adam Smith, Amb. Michael McFaul, Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (ret.), Aaron David Miller, Neil Brown, and Andrew Conte join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Velshi: Chaos surrounds Trump as his Iran war drags on
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump considers a financial bailout for the “really rich” United Arab Emirates. Also, a Federal Reserve chair nominee is grilled on his loyalty to Trump. Plus, America’s global standing diminishes under Trump. And organizers plan may day economic action on May 1. Rep. James Walkinshaw, David Rohde, Ron Insana, Timothy Snyder, and Leah Greenberg join Ali Velshi. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: It was another day of nothing happening in Trump's failed attempts to negotiate with Iran
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump extends the Iran ceasefire and vows to continue the Iranian port blockade. Also, FBI Director Kash Patel says he’s “never been intoxicated on the job.” Plus, the Justice Department withdraws several subpoenas in the probe of former CIA Director John Brennan. And RFK Jr. is questioned about his remarks on “re-parenting” Black kids. Fmr. Secretary Ernest Moniz, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Sen. Angela Alsobrooks join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Tucker Carlson, Virginia voters, and the rest of America are turning on Trump
Tonight on The Last Word: In a big midterms boost to Democrats, the AP projects Virginia voters approved a redistricting map ahead of the 2026 midterms. And U.S. companies are owed over $160B in tariff refunds. Gov. Abigail Spanberger, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and Rick Woldenberg join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Only Trump thinks threatening war crimes and committing war crimes 'will be my honor.'
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump makes multiple conflicting remarks on the Iran war. And the Trump administration opens a tariff refund portal. Rep. Adam Smith and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump’s ability to ‘BS the world’ on Iran is ‘otherworldly’, key Democrat says
Tonight on The Last Word: Rep. Adam Smith says Iran has not agreed to Donald Trump’s claims. Also, Trump is grappling with potential midterm losses. Plus, Trump is checked again by the federal courts. And Pete Hegseth says members of the press are like “Pharisees” who tried to “destroy” Jesus. Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Greg Stanton, Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar, Barbara McQuade, and Richard Stengel join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump, who failed to buy Stormy Daniels’ silence, now seeks Iran deal he ripped up
Tonight on The Last Word: RFK Jr. is slammed for his remark on "re-parenting" Black kids. Plus, Trump attacks as Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico surges in Texas. And new reporting is in on Trump's pardon of Ex-Honduran President. Michael Steele, James Talarico, and Ken Dilanian join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump says 'nobody has ever ended one war.' Is that the stupidity or insanity speaking?
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is no closer to ending his “war of choice” in Iran. Also, the Trump budget boosts defense spending and cuts programs. Plus, the Trump Justice Department moves to vacate 12 Capitol rioters’ convictions. And Democrats demand more Epstein files detail from the Trump Justice Department. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: British Parliament Member calls Trump ‘a dangerous and corrupt gangster’ over Iran war
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to end his “war of choice” in Iran. Also, the Cook Political Report shifts three key Senate races toward Democrats. Plus, The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump promises mass staff pardons before leaving office. And a new book details USAID dismantling under Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Sen. Mark Warner, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump’s Iran war defined by ‘madman’ posts as Jesus while telling Pope he’s wrong
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s war in Iran drags on after J.D. Vance-led talks fail. Also, a record vote ends Viktor Orbán’s long hold on power in Hungary. And a federal judge rejects Trump’s lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over an Epstein letter. Amb. Wendy Sherman, Timothy Snyder, and Tim O’Brien join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Trump threatens new attacks against Iran if talks fail
Tonight on The Last Word: Vice President Vance is headed to Pakistan for negotiations with Iran. Also, America’s NATO allies appear fed up with Trump. Plus, a Trump-won Iowa district is among the most competitive U.S. House races. U.S. consumer confidence hits a record low as prices climb. And the San Francisco Chronicle reports an ex-staffer accuses Eric Swalwell of sexual assault. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Amb. Michael McFaul, Iowa State Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott, Rohit Chopra, and Mychael Schnell join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lawrence: Trump is now trying to get out of his war without everyone calling it a surrender
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump issues new threats on Iran after the ceasefire. Also, Melania Trump denies having any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. Plus, the Trump Justice Department probes January 6 Committee star witness Cassidy Hutchinson. And the Strait of Hormuz ship traffic remains stalled. Rep. Ro Khanna, Andrew Weissmann, and Amos Hochstein join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
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