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.
Episodes
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. J
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.
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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 Becerr
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.
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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, an
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
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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. Micha
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.
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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
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.
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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’
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.
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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 K
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
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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,
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.
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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.
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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
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.
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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’Do
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,
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.
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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 Vi
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.
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Trump halts his war, but ceasefire agreement is unclear
Trump’s removal under the 25th Amendment. Plus, Trump calls for historic defense spending and deep domestic cuts. And Democrats stack wins in Wisconsin ahead of the midterms. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Rep. Melanie Stansbury, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Ben Wikler join Jonathan Capehart.
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Lawrence: Trump's threat to destroy 'a whole civilization' leaves a permanent stain on our history
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump retreats from his threat to destroy Iran’s “whole civilization.” Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Sen. Ed Markey, Rep. Adam Smith, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Margaret Donovan join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Lawrence: Trump's profane and perverse Iran social media post is why the 25th Amendment was written
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens civilian infrastructure in Iran. Also, Rep. Chellie Pingree says it’s “time for the 25th Amendment.” And the Trump administration is accused of violating international laws in the Iran war. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Rep. Chellie Pingree, and Todd Huntley join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Iran downs 2 U.S. jets, search for 1 crew member ongoing
Tonight on The Last Word: Pete Hegseth fires military officials amid the Iran war. Also, Justice Department independence erodes further under Donald Trump. Plus, the U.S. economy adds 178,000 jobs in March. And Democrats look at Arizona to help flip the House. Rep. Ro Khanna, Tom Nichols, Barbara McQuade, Heather Long, and JoAnna Mendoza join Jonathan Capehart.
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Lawrence: Your reward in Trump World for doing a 'tremendous job' is to be fired
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fires Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche is appointed as acting attorney general. And House Oversight Committee members say Bondi must testify on April 14. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Andrew Weissmann, and Rep. Maxwell Frost join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Lawrence: Trump failed to explain his war, disgraced military calling it 'a little journey to Iran'
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump refers to the deadly war as “that little journey to Iran.” Also, the Supreme Court justices push back on the Trump birthright citizenship case. And a federal judge orders the University of Pennsylvania to provide a list of Jewish employees. Rep. Jason Crow and Professor Laurence Tribe join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Lawrence: Trump is doing a very good job of sounding like the surrendering loser of his own war
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump tells reporters his war in Iran will end soon. Also, federal judges rule against Trump on multiple key cases. Plus, Trump signs an executive order targeting mail-in voting. And Rep. Ro Khanna asks King Charles to meet with Epstein survivors during his U.S. visit. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Lawrence: Even some Trump voters joined the ‘No Kings’ protests
Tonight on The Last Word: Massive “No Kings” protests took place across the country this weekend. Also, Epstein survivors sue the Justice Department and Google over unredacted information. Plus, at least 14 people in ICE custody have died this year. And MS NOW reports Jack Smith suspected Donald Trump kept classified documents for financial gain. Rep. Katherine Clark, Rep. Robert Garcia, Californi
Ali Velshi: History has shown us what can happen when the people show up
Tonight on The Last Word: Nationwide “No Kings” protests are planned for Saturday. Also, U.S. troops are injured in an Iran strike on an airbase in Saudi Arabia. And Navy veteran Brian Nathan flips a Florida state senate seat to blue. Robert Reich, Leah Greenberg, Aaron David Miller, and Brian Nathan join Ali Velshi.
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Lawrence: Trump failed his own self-administered cognitive test while Iran's regime was watching
Tonight on The Last Word: Trump pushes the SAVE Act to restrict voting rights. Plus, experts worry that Trump's war could wreck the global economy. And the upcoming "No Kings" protests could see the largest crowds in U.S history. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Ezra Levin join Lawrence O'Donnell.
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Lawrence: Senator says ‘we have a delusional president’ as war continues
Tonight on The Last Word: Iran rejects Donald Trump’s peace plan to end the war. Also, a Jack Smith memo exposes Trump’s potential motive in the classified documents case. Plus, DHS funding talks intensify as airport chaos mounts. And a Democrat flips a Florida state House seat in Trump’s district. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and Emily Gregory join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Lawrence: Trump sounded like ‘spoiled child’ in trying to negotiate out of war he claims he’s won
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump claims the Iran war has been “won,” while also claiming the U.S. is “negotiating.” Also, Trump refuses to make ICE reforms to end the DHS shutdown. Plus, Minnesota sues the Trump Justice Department over evidence in the protester killings. And the deposition video of a Jeffrey Epstein accountant and lawyer is released. Sen. Gary Peters, Mary Moriarty, and Rep.
Lawrence: Trump retreats on Iran and proves he’s worse than Nixon
Tonight on The Last Word: Oil prices fall after Donald Trump retreats on Iran strikes. Also, Trump sends ICE to airports amid the TSA funding fight. And the North Carolina race is key to Democrats taking the U.S. Senate. Rep. Adam Smith, Amos Hochstein, Rep. James Walkinshaw, and former Gov. Roy Cooper join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Trump claims ‘we’ve won’ war as more troops deploy to Middle East
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s Iran war is causing rising gas prices and fertilizer costs. Also, Trump is focused on vanity projects during the Iran war. Plus, nearly 40 million Americans are under a heat advisory on the first day of spring. And Democrats look to flip a local House seat in Trump’s Palm Beach County district. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Michael Mann, and Emil
Lawrence: Tulsi Gabbard again refuses to admit Trump lied about an ‘imminent threat’ in Iran
Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration is pressed on its claim of Iran’s “imminent threat.” Also, Jeffrey Epstein’s attorney faces the House Oversight Committee. Plus, James Comey is subpoenaed in a Trump Justice Department probe. And Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton wins the Illinois Democratic Senate primary. Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Lt. Gov. Juliana St
Lawrence: Gabbard defying, not protecting Trump, in refusing to agree Iran posed imminent threat
Tonight on The Last Word: Top Trump officials evade accountability during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing. Also, Sen. Rand Paul questions Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s “anger issues” in a confirmation hearing. Plus, Democrats claim Attorney General Pam Bondi is trying to avoid a subpoena. And a new MS NOW series exposes the impact of Donald Trump's pardons and commutations. Sen. Tammy Duckworth,
Lawrence: Trump’s ‘stupidity is utterly flawless at exposing his own lies’ on Iran war
Tonight on The Last Word: U.S. allies stand up to Donald Trump as the war with Iran escalates. Also, the New York Times reports Jared Kushner is soliciting $5 billion for his private firm while working as Trump's Mideast envoy. Plus, Attorney General Pam Bondi is subpoenaed over the Justice Department’s Epstein files release. And Senate Republicans don't appear to have the votes for Trump's electi
Lawrence: When asked, Trump refused to honor fallen U.S. troops in his war
Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration faces criticism over its Iran military strategy. Also, Donald Trump posts a late-night rant on the federal judiciary. And the U.S. prepares to refund billions of illegal Trump tariffs. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Trump says he’ll end Iran war when ‘I feel it in my bones’ as U.S. death toll rises to 13
Tonight On The Last Word: Six U.S. Service members have been killed in a crash over Iraq. Plus, a judge blocks DOJ subpoenas of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Also, an ex-DOGE staffer can't find the words to define "DEI" in new deposition footage. And Democratic momentum builds heading into November midterms. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Robert Reich, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, Skye Perryman, and Rep.
Lawrence: Trump's Iran war propaganda videos show the depths of his depravity
Tonight on The Last Word: Iran’s new leader vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed. Also, Donald Trump suggests high oil prices are a positive. Plus, the DHS shutdown strains TSA staffing at airports nationwide. And the Senate passes a bipartisan housing affordability bill. Sen. Gary Peters, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Sen. Adam Schiff join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Lawrence: Trump’s lie about Iran school bombing disgraces the American presidency
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats demand answers from Pete Hegseth on the Iran school attack. Also, the Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff. Plus, Epstein accountant Richard Kahn testifies to Congress. And Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse says the Justice Department and the FBI must retain records on the Epstein files. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Jon Ossoff, Rep. Ro Kha
Lawrence: Trump's war in Iran shows he doesn't know what he's talking about
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats excoriate Donald Trump for shifting reasons on the Iran war. Also, MS NOW reports the FBI is losing national security experts in droves. Plus, the FBI subpoenas records from the 2020 election in Arizona. And small businesses sue Trump over his latest global tariffs. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Alex Padilla, Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, and Rick Woldenberg
Lawrence: Donald Trump says it's time to 'show some guts' in a warzone where no Trump would ever go
Tonight on The Last Word: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global oil markets. Also, the Trump Justice Department’s newly released Epstein files reveal at least 21 names of known or suspected survivors. And Trump taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem as DHS secretary. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Garrett Graff join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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Velshi: Trump's war is not making U.S. stronger, has the nation asking 'What the hell is going on?'
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump lashes out and calls a question about the Iran war “stupid.” Also, legal experts say Trump’s war on Iran is illegal. Plus, the new jobs report shows the U.S. lost 92,000 jobs while the unemployment rate continues to rise. And Democrat Jamie Ager looks to flip a western North Carolina House seat. Timothy Snyder, J. Michael Luttig, Heather Long, and Jamie Ager
After Trump fired Kristi Noem, Klobuchar blasts ousted DHS secretary for pain she caused Minneapolis
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fires Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary. Also, House Republicans reject the bipartisan effort to stop Trump’s war in Iran. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth blames the press for the coverage of U.S. solider deaths. And the Iran war is reportedly costing the U.S. one billion dollars a day. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Jason Crow, Rep. Ro Khanna, Tom Ni
Lawrence: Trump’s son will not fight in his ‘illegal and unconstitutional war’ in Iran
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Bill Clinton testifies in House Epstein investigation
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Lawrence: Hillary Clinton didn't know Epstein. Melania Trump did. When will Melania Trump testify?
Tonight on The Last Word: Hillary Clinton testifies “I never knew Jeffrey Epstein." Also, ICE and the CBP reportedly spent $144 million on weapons and munitions. Plus, the Justice Department says it’s reviewing if Epstein documents were improperly withheld. And a new television series, “The Gray House," tells a Civil War resistance story. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, Sen. Adam Schiff, Andrew Weissmann,
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