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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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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  1. 280

    Lawrence: Loyal to Trump, Ossoff's GOP rival is campaigning in the stupidest & most fraudulent way

    Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Jon Ossoff leads in Georgia as his GOP opponent deploys fake AI ads. Also, Donald Trump’s Iran war and diesel costs loom in the Iowa Senate race. And Sen. Susan Collins denies allegations of a bribery scheme made in a new ProPublica report. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Iowa Rep. Josh Turek, 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.

  2. 279

    Lawrence: Trump’s perverse jealousy of JFK is driving his destruction of the Kennedy Center

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says his Washington, D.C. arch will house drones and snipers. Also, Democrat Sherrod Brown looks to win back his Ohio U.S. Senate seat. And GOP Rep. Mike Lawler fails to distance himself from Trump. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sherrod Brown, and Cait Conley 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.

  3. 278

    46 days out, Trump & Republicans face brutal poll numbers in state after state

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s tariffs put Republicans on defense with voters. Also, a Trump photo sparks fears of the Kennedy Center demolition. Plus, Oversight Democrats are preparing for Trump administration investigations. And voters sour on Trump’s economy ahead of midterm elections. Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, Rep. Chellie Pingree, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and Robert Reich 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.

  4. 277

    Lawrence: Trump never tells the truth, except about protecting billionaires

    Tonight on The Last Word: The cost of living it a top issue for voters amid rising prices. Also, Democrats prepare for possible legal action on Trump’s election attacks. Plus, David Crowley makes the cost of living central to his gubernatorial campaign in Wisconsin. And seven House Republicans vote against Trump’s Iran war. Sen. Ed Markey, Garrett Epps, David Crowley, and Iowa State Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott 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.

  5. 276

    Lawrence: Whether on interest rates or the Iran war, Trump proves he’s a ‘pathological liar’

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump runs to North Carolina as polls show Democrat Roy Cooper leading in the Senate race. Also, Sen. Cory Booker calls FBI Director Kash Patel a “thug” in a Senate hearing. Plus, Trump tells Republicans to “cheat like hell” in the midterms. And polls show David Jolly in a tight race with a Trump-backed rival for Florida Governor. Roy Cooper, Sen. Cory Booker, and David Jolly 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.

  6. 275

    Lawrence: Only Trump could deliver Kash Patel’s bestiality madness into a Senate hearing room

    Tonight on The Last Word: FBI Director Kash Patel defends the amended FBI bestiality hiring rule. Also, Patel won’t rule out FBI agents at the polls in November. And Donald Trump and Republicans push AI in spite of safety concerns. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Gil Durán 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.

  7. 274

    Lawrence: Trump worst person to be in White House when AI could do what nuclear weapons haven’t

    Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Jon Ossoff slams Donald Trump and Congress for failing to regulate AI. Also, the Supreme Court blocks Trump’s attack on mail voting. And a new book takes a critical look at those capitulating to Trump. Sen. Jon Ossoff, J. Michael Luttig, and Jacob Weisberg 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.

  8. 273

    'REALLY WEIRD': Trump getting supporters to pledge to 'cheat like hell' in election raises alarms

    Tonight on The Last Word: Trump makes supporters pledge to 'cheat like hell.' Plus, Trump's Iran war and tariffs send prices soaring. Also, Trump tries to co-opt 9/11 tragedy for political gain. And the GOP seeks to ban access to abortion pills. Rep. Joe Neguse, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, and Mini Timmaraju 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.

  9. 272

    Lawrence: Not one person who heard Trump's $5,000 election offer believes he means it

    Tonight on The Last Word: Trump promises $5000 payments if the GOP wins midterms. Plus, Helena Foulkes wins the Democratic primary in Rhode Island. Also, Texas GOP candidate Brandon Herrera faces scrutiny for past derogatory comments. And Nepal's flood recovery is set back by Trump's aid cuts.  Rep. James Walkinshaw, Helena Foulkes, Katy Padilla Stout, and Dr. Atul Gawande 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.

  10. 271

    Lawrence: Republicans boycott Trump’s pretend convention as Democratic campaigns find new strength

    Tonight on The Last Word: Mary Peltola leads incumbent GOP Sullivan in key Alaska Senate race. Plus, Trump looks to make midterms a referendum on his presidency. And Trump gave White House aides $45,000 cash gifts.  Mary Peltola, Rep. Chris Pappas, Sen. Mark Kelly, and Andrew Weissman 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.

  11. 270

    Lawrence: What are Donald Trump's deranged social media posts if not evidence of insanity?

    Tonight on The Last Word: Trump's Iran war continues to make life unaffordable for Americans. Plus, Trump threatens to stop the sale of Canadian Bombardier jets in the U.S. And the DOJ charges ICE officer Christian Castro for lying to FBI about Minnesota shooting. Sen. Peter Welch, Adam Hamilton, and Mary Moriarty join Lawrence O'Donnell on The Last Word. 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.

  12. 269

    Trump’s Iran war drags on with 60 days until midterms (Pt. 2)

    Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports Iran has grown more confident after six months of war. Also, a federal judge extends the block on Donald Trump’s attack on mail voting. Plus, diesel hits a record high in the U.S. as energy costs surge. Trump ramps up his effort to destroy the Smithsonian. And Trump policies strain economic ties with global allies. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Barbara McQuade, Robert Reich, Skye Perryman, and Heather Long 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.

  13. 268

    Trump’s Iran war drags on with 60 days until midterms (Pt. 1)

    Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports Iran has grown more confident after six months of war. Also, a federal judge extends the block on Donald Trump’s attack on mail voting. Plus, diesel hits a record high in the U.S. as energy costs surge. Trump ramps up his effort to destroy the Smithsonian. And Trump policies strain economic ties with global allies. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Barbara McQuade, Robert Reich, Skye Perryman, and Heather Long join Jonathan Capehart. Part 1 of 2. 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.

  14. 267

    Iran war at a stalemate as Trump claims U.S. is winning

    Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration offers conflicting messages on the status of the Iran war. Also, Trump takes his attack on mail voting to the Supreme Court. Plus, the AI data center debate could swing the Nevada governor’s race. And Leon Black faces questions over $158 million in payments to Jeffrey Epstein. Adm. John Kirby, Rep. James Walkinshaw, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, and Rep. Ro Khanna 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.

  15. 266

    Trump flails as his Iran war drags on with no strategy

    Tonight on The Last Word: The USS Lincoln arrives in Thailand after a 9-month deployment. Also, a new poll finds a majority of voters opposes Donald Trump’s new Canada tariffs. Plus, Trump’s mail ballot rules race legal and logistical hurdles. And Democrats prepare for the House majority after midterms. Priya Sridhar, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Rep. Gwen Moore, Barbara McQuade, and Randy Villegas 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.

  16. 265

    U.S. & Iran launch airstrikes for second time in three days

    Tonight on The Last Word: The lack of leadership inside the Pentagon worsens with the army secretary’s resignation. Also, Democrats slam Republicans for their silence on Trump’s trade war and rising costs. Plus, AI data centers could swing Wisconsin elections in November. And a new book, “American Scoundrel,” explores what Trump learned from Roy Cohn. Ali Velshi, Rep. Chris Deluzio, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Rebecca Cooke, and Kai Bird 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.

  17. 264

    Trump’s Canada trade war could affect midterm elections

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s Iran war is at a stalemate with 64 days until midterms. Also, the Supreme Court allows Trump to continue his ballroom construction. Plus, Trump prioritizes vanity projects as Americans struggle. And a new discharge petition on the Epstein files goes live. Sen. Chris Coons, Joyce Vance, Rep. Joyce Beatty, and Rep. Ro Khanna 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.

  18. 263

    Trump’s trade war & Iran war have cost Americans billions

    Tonight on The Last Word: Two destroyers stay behind as the USS Lincoln heads home. Also, thousands march in Washington, D.C. to defend the right to vote. Plus, Democrats campaign on Trump’s unpopular war and economy. And RFK Jr. questions data as measles cases rise and two die in Pennsylvania. Rep. Debbie Dingell, Priya Sridhar, Rep. Gregory Meeks, Jessica Killin, and Dr. Vin Gupta 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.

  19. 262

    Lawrence: Future generations may laugh at Trump’s madness. But first, we will have to survive it.

    Tonight on The Last Word: A federal judge temporarily blocks Donald Trump’s mail ballot rule. Also, Trump tries to claim victory as the Iran war nears six months. Plus, a Texas ICE facility faces scrutiny over its conditions. And Sen. Susan Collins tries to distance herself from Trump’s failures. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sen. Alex Padilla, Rep. Greg Casar, and Troy Jackson 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.

  20. 261

    Lawrence: Attacking voting by mail, Donald Trump wants to take away what Abraham Lincoln gave us

    Tonight on The Last Word: California vows to fight Donald Trump’s mail-in voting order. Also, MS NOW reports the Navy sailor who jumped off the USS Lincoln now faces punishment. Plus, Trump attempts to campaign for himself in the midterms. And Trump escalates the trade war with Canada again. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Roy Cooper, 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.

  21. 260

    Lawrence: Trump admin.’s childish threat of ‘economic D-Day’ is mocked by Iran as ‘improv night’

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s Iran war nears six months as his hold on the GOP is tested in key races. Also, Democrats campaign on Trump’s unpopular war and economy. Plus, Democrats renew a lawsuit challenging Trump’s mail-in voting order. And Canada retaliates with up to 50% tariffs on U.S. products. Ali Velshi, Ben Rhodes, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, 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.

  22. 259

    Lawrence: SCOTUS, like Natalie Harp, pretends to believe Trump works on ‘election integrity’

    Tonight on The Last Word: The Supreme Court backs the Trump executive order on mail ballots for now. Also, Donald Trump targets Canada with a new 50% tariff threat for 2027. Plus, Trump threatens sanctions on Iran’s economic partners. And Ohio Democrat Dr. Amy Acton goes after Vivek Ramaswamy for his support of data centers. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rear Adm. John Kirby, and Dr. Amy Acton 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.

  23. 258

    Trump rallies voters for Graham in SC GOP Senate runoff

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump and JD Vance try to sell an unpopular agenda to voters. Also, Democrats campaign on economic woes from Donald Trump’s war. Plus, the Supreme Court lets Trump keep building his ballroom for now. And Trump’s FDA nominee claimed abortion pills are “dangerous.” Dr. Annie Andrews, Brian Poindexter, David Jolly, Barbara McQuade, and Mini Timmaraju 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.

  24. 257

    Lawrence: Trump’s Treasury Secretary said ‘we don’t know when’ Trump’s war will end.

    Tonight on The Last Word: The USS Lincoln begins its journey home after a record deployment. Also, Democrats are investigating Jared Kushner’s Middle East business ties. Plus, the Trump Justice Department was warned of the Reflecting Pool’s peeling liner in June. And the data center debate hits the Wisconsin governor’s race. Rep. Jason Crow, Rep. Robert Garcia, Andrew Weissmann, and David Crowley 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.

  25. 256

    Lawrence: Trump’s ‘lust for vengeance’ could cost Republicans in the House and Senate

    Tonight on The Last Word: The Iran war and the economy plague Donald Trump’s GOP 76 days from the midterms. Also, Trump downplays reports on the USS Lincoln living conditions. Plus, Sen. Jon Ossoff questions Trump’s leadership during the war. And a new fiction novel explores a hypothetical American split. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Kurt Andersen 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.

  26. 255

    Lawrence: Trump-endorsed primary losses show Trump might not pick the next GOP presidential nominee

    Tonight on The Last Word: A recent poll finds Democrats leading Republicans on the economy heading into the midterms. Also, a whistleblower reports the Trump Justice Department’s antisemitism probes lacked legal basis. And Donald Trump contradicts son-in-law Jared Kushner on Iran negotiations. Ali Velshi, Bale Dalton, Sherrod Brown, Laurence Tribe, and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling 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.

  27. 254

    Trump & officials downplay concerns about USS Lincoln

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s war in Iran drags on with no clear strategy. Also, Trump claims Kim Jong Un treats him with “great respect." Plus, Todd Blanche refuses to pledge the Justice Department’s independence from the White House. And a recent poll finds most Americans say they’re worse off financially under Trump. Rep. James Walkinshaw, Rep. Mark Pocan, Barbara McQuade, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Symone Sanders. 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.

  28. 253

    Trump dismisses concerns over conditions on the USS Lincoln

    Tonight on The Last Word: Trump votes to inscribe his name on the Kennedy Center. Plus, Trump plans his next big Washington D.C. renovation. And with 81 days until midterm elections, the GOP is on defense in... Texas. Rep. Mike Levin, Rep. Joyce Beatty, Dorothy Robyn, and Katy Padilla Stout join Antonia Hylton.  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.

  29. 252

    Lawrence: Aircraft carrier morale crisis is result of Trump’s failure.

    Tonight on The Last Word: Iran could prolong the war until Donald Trump is out of office. Also, The Washington Post reports Trump’s White House projects are now at least $900 million. And Trump called into the Kennedy Center virtual meeting where the board voted to “inscribe” his name on the building. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Sarah Blaskey, 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.

  30. 251

    Lawrence: With Air Force One switch, Trump fails his self-imposed Hollywood Hero Test

    Tonight on The Last Word: Polls show voters are frustrated with Donald Trump’s Iran war. Also, Trump hints at a national emergency over the passage of the SAVE Act. Plus, Nick Kristof reports on the effects of Trump’s cuts and economic policies. And Rep. James Walkinshaw wants Elon Musk subpoenaed after the DOGE report. Ali Velshi, Ben Rhodes, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Nick Kristof, and Rep. James Walkinshaw 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.

  31. 250

    Lawrence: Donald Trump has lost control – even his choice of airplane

    Tonight on The Last Word: An Iranian assassination threat reportedly forced Donald Trump to leave Turkey in secret. Also, Trump pressures Jeanine Pirro to revisit the Reflecting Pool case. Plus, an appeals court halts Trump’s $600 million White House ballroom. And a Pennsylvania Democrat highlights data centers in a new political ad. Rep. Maggie Goodlander, Andrew Weissmann, and Mayor Paige Cognetti 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.

  32. 249

    ‘YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO BREATHE’: Exasperated voters bash Trump who claims they aren’t mad at him

    Tonight on The Last Word: Trump voters sound off about high prices, the Iran war, and more. Also, a federal appeals court blocks Donald Trump’s $600 million ballroom project. Plus, a government watchdog finds Elon Musk’s DOGE inflated savings. And Todd Blanche vows to fight mail-order abortion drugs. Mayor Chaz Molder, Dr. Annie Andrews, Barbara McQuade, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and Michele Goodwin 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.

  33. 248

    Democrats see midterm momentum as Trump approval tanks

    Tonight on The Last Word: Iowa emerges as a surprise midterm battleground state. Also, Oman and Iran reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplays the inflation toll on lower-income workers. And the Senate Homeland Security Committee votes to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Tom Nichols, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Joyce Vance join Eugene Daniels. 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.

  34. 247

    Lawrence: The mystery of what Trump’s agents were doing in Michigan may make sense on Election Day

    Tonight on The Last Word: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson will face a Trump-backed Republican in the governor’s race. Also, 25 Democratic-led states sue over the latest Trump tariffs. Plus, The Washington Post reports Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth clash over U.S. missile depletion due to the Iran War. And Trump fights the Smithsonian and tries to whitewash U.S. history. Secretary Jocelyn Benson, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Professor David Blight 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.

  35. 246

    Lawrence: Caving to Trump, Tillis & Cornyn prove once a senator, always a senator

    Tonight on The Last Word: A Todd Blanche order keeps Donald Trump’s audit immunity deal intact. Also, Trump repeats his vandalism claim despite the Justice Department’s conclusion about the Reflecting Pool. Plus, the Pentagon is reportedly seeking “creative” tips on the Iran war strategy. And a recent poll finds voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on the economy. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, John Kirby, and Dr. Amy Acton 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.

  36. 245

    TRUMP’S TERRIBLE WEEK: 72% disapprove of Trump’s handling of his Iran war

    Tonight on The Last Word: A new poll finds 77% of American voters say the Trump economy is overall poor. Also, the Justice Department plans to drop the Reflecting Pool case against a former Olympian. Plus, North Carolina students fight to restore campus voting sites. And The Wall Street Journal reports Trump is pushing RFK Jr. to cut back childhood vaccines. Rep. Greg Stanton, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Barbara McQuade, Anderson Clayton, Xavier Jones, and Dr. Celine Gounder join Vaughn Hillyard. 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.

  37. 244

    Lawrence: Trump cares more about his slush fund & tax amnesty than Blanche’s confirmation

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says he could pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. Also, Epstein survivors urge Republicans to reject Todd Blanche. Plus, a new poll finds 72% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s war in Iran. And Trump’s pardon of two police officers draws scrutiny. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, 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.

  38. 243

    Lawrence: Republicans attacking Anthony Fauci is 'one of the darkest days in our Senate's history'

    Tonight on The Last Word: The Senate Judiciary Committee postpones Todd Blanche’s confirmation vote. Also, James Talarico challenges Ken Paxton to three debates in the Texas Senate race. And Elon Musk is confronted over the death toll after USAID ended. Andrew Weissmann, Texas State Rep. James Talarico, and Dr. Atul Gawande 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.

  39. 242

    Lawrence: Trump proves he’s the stupidest negotiator in the history of American government

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump meets with Benjamin Netanyahu as the Iran war continues. Also, The New York Times reports the new Air Force One lacks crucial defense features. Plus, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek rides a famed Iowa race using a handcycle. And after a Supreme Court loss, Trump doubles down on tariff falsehoods. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Eric Lipton, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Rep. Mark Pocan 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.

  40. 241

    Lawrence: Day 150 shows what happens when a madman starts a war

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to explain his strategy 150 days in the Iran war. Also, Democrats eye retaking the Senate with key races now in play. Plus, Trump asks the Supreme Court to let him restrict mail-in voting. And James Comey files a motion to dismiss the seashell indictment. John Kirby, Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Alex Padilla, 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.

  41. 240

    Pentagon lowers number of troop deaths in Iran war

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says the U.S. is “doing very well” in Iran despite setbacks. Also, the Trump family’s profiteering on the presidency is unprecedented. Plus, GOP Rep. Mike Lawler’s town hall exposes voter frustrations. Canada threatens retaliation if Trump imposes 50% tariffs. And Texas Republicans hope to ban IVF and surrogacy. Sen. Chris Coons, Maureen Farrell, Cait Conley, Jared Bernstein, and Michele Goodwin join Catherine Rampell. 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.

  42. 239

    Trump threatens to commit potential war crimes on Iran

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump downplays the Iran war and calls it a “skirmish.” Also, House GOP adopts the budget plan to fund Trump’s Iran war. Plus, the House Judiciary Committee makes a criminal referral for Jack Smith. And GOP election deniers seek Arizona’s most powerful offices. Sen. Gary Peters, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Rep. James Walkinshaw, Brahm Resnik, and Bale Dalton join Catherine Rampell. 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.

  43. 238

    Combative Hegseth faces tough questions from senators

    Tonight on The Last Word: GOP senators appear skeptical of Donald Trump’s Iran war plan. Also, Donald Trump’s 2020 false claims shadow the Arizona governor’s race. Plus, Trump’s re-imagining of Washington, D.C. draws backlash and lawsuits. And two GOP senators have not committed to confirming Todd Blanche. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Gov. Katie Hobbs, Mayor Paige Cognetti, Rep. Joyce Beatty, and Rep. Brittany Pettersen 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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    'Operation epic failure': Trump & Hegseth blasted by Rep. Jeffries as Iran war death toll climbs

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump wants $95 billion for his war in a Republican supplemental bill. Also, the feds turn over evidence in the Alex Pretti and Renée Good cases. And the Associated Press reports the bipartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission finds Elon Musk likely broke an election law. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Mary Moriarty, Barbara McQuade, and Ben Wikler 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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    Trump’s poll numbers plummet on economy and his war in Iran

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s election attack threat looms over the midterms. Also, Trump absurdly claims the U.S. is “winning big in Iran.” Plus, relatives detail the violent past of the ICE agent in the Maine shooting. And The Washington Post reports the Reflecting Pool peeling is likely due to application flaws. Anderson Clayton, Bishop William J. Barber II, Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar, Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Chris Pappas, and Jarrett Ley 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’s ‘demented’ speech showed how ready he is to interfere in the election

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump yells at Congress to pass a voter suppression bill. Also, Trump rehashes 2020 lies as his war in Iran drags on. And an Epstein survivor says meeting with Todd Blanche was “demoralizing.” Rep. Jim Himes, Sen. Elissa Slotkin, Sen. Jon Ossoff, 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: Blanche confessed who he really serves when he said of Trump ‘I’m his lawyer’

    Tonight on The Last Word: Senators press Todd Blanche on Donald Trump’s $1.776 billion settlement fund. Also, DNI nominee Jay Clayton refuses to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election. And Republicans are reportedly panicking about the U.S. Senate race in Ohio. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Andrew Weissmann, Sen. Mark Kelly, and Sherrod Brown 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: Cowardly Susan Collins did nothing to protect Maine from Trump’s invasion forces

    Tonight on The Last Word: Maine Democrats criticize Sen. Susan Collins after a fatal ICE shooting. Also, Donald Trump drops the fantasy of charging fees in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Republicans are reportedly panicking about the U.S. Senate races in Iowa and Ohio. And a new housing law takes aim at corporate landlords. Rep. Chellie Pingree, Rep. Chris Deluzio, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, 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 sued himself - and lost.

    Tonight on The Last Word: A judge accuses Todd Blanche of giving “misleading” testimony. Also, a judge says Trump’s IRS suit was filed for “improper purpose.” And the Supreme Court decision on campaign finance could help Republicans in North Carolina. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Roy Cooper 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 reiterates claim that U.S.-Iran ceasefire is ‘over'

    Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump loses the bid to restore his name to the Kennedy Center. Also, Trump prioritizes an election power grab over a housing bill. Plus, a new report details the cost of Trump and Elon Musk’s agency layoffs. And Robert Reich says the NATO Summit exposed the real source of Trump’s power. Rep. Joyce Beatty, Rick Hasen, Doug Pasternak, and Robert Reich 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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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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