The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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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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Pentagon lowers number of troop deaths in Iran war
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Today at 4:06 AM

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.

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Trump threatens to commit potential war crimes on Iran
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Yesterday at 4:00 AM

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.

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Combative Hegseth faces tough questions from senators
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Last Wednesday at 3:38 AM

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.

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'Operation epic failure': Trump & Hegseth blasted by Rep. Jeffries as Iran war death toll climbs
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Last Tuesday at 3:28 AM

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.

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Trump’s poll numbers plummet on economy and his war in Iran
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Last Saturday at 3:12 AM

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.

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Lawrence: Trump’s ‘demented’ speech showed how ready he is to interfere in the election
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07/17/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Blanche confessed who he really serves when he said of Trump ‘I’m his lawyer’
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07/16/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Cowardly Susan Collins did nothing to protect Maine from Trump’s invasion forces
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07/15/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump sued himself - and lost.
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07/14/2026

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.

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Trump reiterates claim that U.S.-Iran ceasefire is ‘over'
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07/11/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump says 'I don't know' when asked about the war in Iran he started
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07/10/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to make a deal to end his war in Iran. Also, FBI Director Kash Patel is under scrutiny for his taxpayer-funded spending. Plus, a new poll shows Democrat Dr. Amy Acton tied with Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio governor’s race. And gas prices rise after Trump says the Iran ceasefire is “over.”  John Kirby, Ken Dilanian, Dr. Amy Acton, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Graham Platner says he’s withdrawing, denies allegations
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07/09/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Maine Democrats can replace Graham Platner if he withdraws by July 13. And Donald Trump rants about the “Islamic Republic of Japan." Devon Murphy-Anderson, Rep. Chellie Pingree, and Rep. Madeleine Dean join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Lawrence on the lesson of the Platner campaign: Always wait for the vetting
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07/08/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s war in Iran flares up amid the NATO Summit in Turkey. Also, Democrats pull their endorsements of Graham Platner after a sexual assault claim. And Trump brags about dropping crypto investigations. Rep. Adam Smith, Jessica Mackler, Rep. Chellie Pingree, and Eric Lipton join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Lawrence: JD Vance’s old accusation of Trump being ‘cultural heroin’ was on display this weekend
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07/07/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s latest pardons draw scrutiny from legal experts. Also, USAID cuts are linked to hundreds of thousands of deaths. Plus, Trump’s election lies are causing chaos across polls. And The Washington Post reports Trump’s ballroom cost has tripled this year. Andrew Weissmann, Amb. Samantha Power, Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, and Sarah Blaskey join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Lawrence: Trump cannot survive a federal criminal justice system that works
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07/03/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: ​Iowa Democrat Josh Turek runs for the open seat being vacated by GOP Sen. Joni Ernst. Also, Donald Trump has made $2.2 billion since his return to the White House. Plus, Eddie Glaude discusses how race shadows the United States’ 250th anniversary. And Trump’s disastrous management is on display everywhere. Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek, Eric Lipton, and Eddie Glaude join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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U.S.-Iran talks in Qatar end without breakthrough
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07/02/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump takes his first flight on the Qatar-gifted Air Force One. Also, the Supreme Court allows unlimited party spending on candidates. And Justice Jackson calls for an “anticaste reset” in America. Rep. Chris Deluzio, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Isabel Wilkerson join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Trump loses SCOTUS fight to end birthright citizenship
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07/01/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: The Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in a blow to Donald Trump. Also, Justice Jackson defends Reconstruction’s legacy. Plus, the Supreme Court loosens campaign finance laws ahead of midterms. Professor Laurence Tribe, Professor David Blight, and Sen. Cory Booker join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Secretary Rubio & envoy Witkoff brief Congress on Iran
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06/30/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump doubles down on voter-ID bill after his Supreme Court loss. Also, Black voters respond to Republican redistricting efforts. Plus, the Supreme Court will hear the Arizona proof-of-citizenship voting case. New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill endorses Rebecca Bennett for Congress. And North Carolina Republicans override Gov. Josh Stein’s vetoes on DEI bans. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Lisa Rubin, Rep. James Clyburn, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, Rebecca Bennett, and Anderson Clayton join Jonathan Capehart.

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Trump accuses Iran of ‘foolish violation’ of ceasefire
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06/27/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: A federal judge orders the Trump administration to explain the Kennedy Center tarp. Also, the House Oversight Committee subpoenas Jeffrey Epstein associate Leon Black. Plus, Republican support grows for prosecuting women who get abortions. And the Supreme Court allows Trump to end Haitian TPS protections. Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Joyce Beatty, Rep. James Walkinshaw, Michele Goodwin, and Dr. Amy Acton join Jonathan Capehart.

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Lawrence: Republican 'Cowardly Lions' of the Senate will live the rest of their lives in disgrace
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06/26/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Senate Republicans cave to Donald Trump on the Iran war vote. Also, a federal judge blocks Trump’s executive order limiting mail ballots. Plus, Democrats are linking Republicans to Trump’s affordability failures. And ​France confirms the first Ebola case outside of Africa. Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Roy Cooper, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Lawrence: Bill Cassidy did what no GOP senator has done to Trump in a decade. Yell at him.
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06/25/2026

Tonight on The Last Word: Former Secretary of State John Kerry says Iran has a new “sense of power” after Donald Trump’s war. Also, a Trump tantrum stalls a housing bill he previously supported. And the USGS reports high casualties are probable from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela. Fmr. Secretary John Kerry and Sen. Alex Padilla join Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Lawrence: Republican Senator Sheehy just made Donald Trump Iran's ‘dope’
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06/24/2026

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.

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Haberman and Swan react to Trump's attacks on them ahead of damning book, 'Regime Change'
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06/23/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump picked the worst place in the world to sign his terrible deal with Iran
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06/19/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump chose to play Obama's game and lost badly.
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06/18/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump's describing his so-called Iran deal the only way he knows how. With nonstop lying.
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06/17/2026

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.

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Lawrence: White House effectively says NYT reporters must have tapes of Situation Room meeting
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06/16/2026

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.

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U.S. & Iran move closer to a deal to resume peace talks
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06/13/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Trump lies about Vietnam War dead in a desperate attempt to justify troops killed in Iran
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06/12/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Vance knew Epstein Files were ‘a huge problem’
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06/11/2026

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
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06/10/2026

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.

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Lawrence & Rachel discuss what’s happening in California as Trump says the election is ‘rigged’
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06/09/2026

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
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06/06/2026

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.

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Lawrence: Blanche won the audition for Trump's AG when he publicly told Trump, 'I love you, sir'
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06/05/2026

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
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06/04/2026

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
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06/02/2026

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
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05/30/2026

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.

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Lawrence: The tortured soul of Trump's lying & incompetent Treasury Secy. was on display again today
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05/29/2026

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.

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Lawrence: On the 88th day of Donald Trump's 'smart war,' his Cabinet once again laughed about war
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05/28/2026

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.

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Talarico to face candidate he calls nation's 'most corrupt politician' in U.S. Senate race in TX
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05/27/2026

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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