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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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?MS NOW Presents: Clock It? is an invitation to the liveliest and most informed groupchat in your feed. Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels are long-time political powerhouses. And they understand more than most how culture influences politics, and the role politics plays in culture. On ?Clock It,? they?re helping you put your finger on the pulse of the hottest political gossip and their off-air conversations too colorful for TV.

In the first episode of their new show, ?Clock It,? they?re joined by actors Tony Goldwyn and Myles Frost for a conversation about making thought-provoking art when political tensions are at their highest. And they dig in on the Super Bowl halftime show, why cuts to The Washington Post matter for democracy, and the race to the Senate in Texas.

Stay here to get a sneak peek. Then search and follow the show to get new episodes every Thursday.

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2026-02-12
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Lawrence: Ignoring Epstein survivors, Bondi showed a Trumpian level of heartless, soulless depravity

Tonight on The Last Word: Attorney General Pam Bondi deflects questions on the Epstein files. Also, a federal grand jury declines to indict six Democratic lawmakers. And six House Republicans rebuke Donald Trump on Canada tariffs. Sen. Mark Kelly, Andrew Weissmann, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-12
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Lawrence: Ignoring Epstein leads, Trump DOJ tries and fails to indict six Dems for reciting the law

Tonight on The Last Word: MS NOW reports a person has been detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Also, the Trump Justice Department fails to indict the Democrats in the illegal orders video. Plus, the House rejects a GOP rule blocking challenges to Donald Trump?s tariffs. And Trump?s funding freeze puts a New York/New Jersey rail tunnel project on hold. Marc Santia, Rob D?Amico, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-11
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Lawrence: Even after Trump?s ?racist pig? distraction, it always comes back to the Epstein files

Tonight on The Last Word: Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the fifth at a virtual closed-door House deposition. Also, Rep. Ro Khanna says Maxwell should go back to maximum security prison. Plus, Donald Trump?s post about the Obamas revives his long history of racism. And a Democrat wins big in a Louisiana district Trump won three times. Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Ro Khanna, Jamelle Bouie, and Chasity Martinez join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-10
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Revealed: Inside the Epstein files

Following the release of more than three million additional documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, MS NOW?s Ali Velshi and Stephanie Ruhle examine the biggest takeaways and discuss the lack of accountability in this case with a survivor of Epstein?s crimes. Lisa Rubin, Haley Robson, Mimi Rocah, Steve Eder, and Barry Levine join.

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2026-02-07
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Lawrence: Treasury Secy. Bessent is Trump?s most tortured accomplice

Tonight on The Last Word: Trump ally Steve Bannon calls for ICE at polling sites. Also, Democratic governors condemn Donald Trump?s threat to ?nationalize? elections. And in a New York Times op-ed, Reece Jones says ?the border patrol is the problem.? Andrew Weissmann, Gov. Abigail Spanberger, and Reece Jones join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-06
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MS NOW Presents: Clock It with Symone and Eugene

Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels were once at odds as White House staffer and White House reporter. Now they?re friends and colleagues?each co-hosting their own shows at MS NOW. But their off-air conversations are where the real action is. Their new show, ?MS NOW Presents: Clock It? is an invitation to their groupchat, the liveliest?and most informative?in news. Whether it?s ICE getting dispatched to the Super Bowl because Bad Bunny?s doing the halftime show, or Nicolás Maduro?s Nike Tech fit, or Michael B. Jordan?s sole Oscar nomination despite playing three roles in Sinners, there is no collision between culture and politics that this show won?t document and decipher. Symone and Eugene see exactly what?s going on?and they want you to clock it, too. 

New episodes drop every Thursday, starting February 12th. Search for ?MS NOW Presents: Clock It? and hit ?follow? so you don?t miss an episode.

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2026-02-05
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Lawrence: Trump says no one feels worse about Minneapolis killings than the killers

Tonight on The Last Word: Tom Homan says 700 immigration officers will leave Minnesota. Also, Steve Bannon says ICE will ?surround the polls? in November. Plus, a lawsuit alleges Donald Trump cut tunnel funding in New Jersey and New York for political reasons. And The Wall Street Journal reports a UAE ?spy sheik? bought a secret stake in Trump?s company. Mary Moriarty, Sen. Adam Schiff, Gov. Mikie Sherrill, and Tim O?Brien join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-05
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Lawrence: No Republicans show up as victims of Trump-encouraged ICE shootings testify

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats hold a forum on the violent tactics used by Donald Trump?s Department of Homeland Security. Rep. Jamie Raskin joins Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-04
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Lawrence: Trump Justice Department has Epstein survivors begging 'delete my name!'

Tonight on The Last Word: Survivors are furious at the Justice Department?s handling of the Epstein files. Also, Sen. Rand Paul casts doubt on the federal probe of the Alex Pretti killing. Plus, The New York Times reports Donald Trump spoke to FBI agents after the Georgia election office raid. And a Texas Democrat flips a solidly red state senate seat. Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Texas State Senator-elect Taylor Rehmet join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-02-03
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Trump DOJ still withholding "50%" of the Epstein files, top Dem says

The Trump DOJ is still withholding 50% of the Epstein files, according to Rep. Robert Garcia. Plus, American journalist Don Lemon is released from his arrest for covering protests in Minnesota. Also, the largest federal employee union calls for the firing of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. And fatal ICE shootings lead to nationwide protests. Lisa Rubin, Leah Greenberg, Sara Nelson, Zack Beauchamp, and Rep. Kelly Morrison join Ali Velshi.

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2026-01-31
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Lawrence: The protesters are forcing Trump?s retreat.

Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Amy Klobuchar announces her bid for Minnesota Governor. Also, a new bill seeks to end qualified immunity for federal agents. And a friend and colleague remembers Alex Pretti. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Eric Swalwell, and Dr. Dimitri Drekonja join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-30
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Lawrence: How will you say ?no? to Donald Trump and Stephen Miller?s cruelty?

Tonight on The Last Word: Timothy Snyder says Donald Trump?s ICE ?moral horror? has political logic to it. Also, Democrats demand ICE limits as a government shutdown looms. And the Trump Justice Department won?t say when it will release the Epstein files. Timothy Snyder, Sen. Alex Padilla, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-29
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DHS tells Congress two federal agents fired shots at Alex Pretti

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats demand answers from the Justice Department?s refusal to probe the Minnesota shootings. Also, Donald Trump tries to pivot to the economy as consumer confidence plummets. And a Trump impeachment witness launches his Senate bid in Florida. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Lt. Col. Alex Vindman join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-28
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Minnesota sues DHS to preserve evidence in Pretti killing

Tonight on The Last Word: A second killing in MN by Trump immigration agents sparks national outrage. Mary Moriarty, Marq Claxton, Kirk Burkhalter, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-27
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Minnesotans stage strike to protest Trump ICE surge

Tonight on The Last Word: Thousands brave below-zero temperatures to protest Donald Trump?s ICE policies in Minnesota. Also, The Wall Street Journal reports Elon Musk is giving millions to Republicans again. Plus, Trump rages at Canada after being called out in a speech. And Pete Hegseth ousts women and people of color from Department of Defense leadership roles. Rep. Kelly Morrison, Anderson Clayton, Lawrence Lessig, fmr. Amb. Michael McFaul, and Adm. Nancy Lacore join Ali Velshi.

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2026-01-24
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Lawrence: Republicans have abandoned the rule of law to embrace the rule of Trump

Tonight on The Last Word: Former special counsel Jack Smith publicly defends Trump prosecutions. And Donald Trump fixates on Greenland amid cost of living and Jeffrey Epstein woes. Professor Laurence Tribe, Andrew Weissmann, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-23
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Lawrence: If Nixon was "our long national nightmare," Davos proves Trump is the world's nightmare now

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump gives a rambling 70-minute speech at the World Economic Forum. Also, the Trump Justice Department subpoenas Minnesota Democrats after the ICE killing. And the House Oversight Committee plans to depose Ghislaine Maxwell on February 9. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Mary Moriarty, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-22
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Lawrence: Trump publicly threatens Greenland to hide from questions about Epstein

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump Justice Department accuses Democratic Minnesota officials of immigration obstruction. Also, Maria Corina Machado meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. And Trump spent his first year back in office enriching himself. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Ami Bera, and Tom Maloney join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-21
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Lawrence: Trump's letter threatening Greenland is 'too stupid for even him'

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens tariffs on eight European countries. Also, a federal judge limits ICE action against Minneapolis protesters. Plus, millions of Epstein documents remain unreleased by Trump?s Justice Department. And Trump fails to deliver on his promise to lower health care costs. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Sherrod Brown join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-20
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Gov. Walz & Mayor Frey blast Trump DOJ investigations

Tonight on The Last Word: MS NOW reports the Department of Homeland Security fired at people in cars at least 14 times since July. Also, Democrats criticize Donald Trump?s extreme actions on immigration. Plus,  Trump and Republicans continue to make America less affordable. And Trump claims Iran halted 800 scheduled executions. David Noriega, Barbara McQuade, Rep. Greg Casar, Rebecca Cooke, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Ali Velshi.

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2026-01-17
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Lawrence: And so it has come to a Democratic governor asking Trump not to attack his state

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act again. Also, Democrats demand answers from banks about Jeffrey Epstein transfers. Plus, Trump?s hollow ?healthcare plan? is short on specifics. And Democratic lawmakers stand by their ?illegal orders? video to troops. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Mark Pocan, and Rep. Chris Deluzio join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-16
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Lawrence: Trump's middle finger to auto worker proves he is the vulgarian-in-chief

Tonight on The Last Word: The Department of Homeland Security confirms a new non-fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis. Plus, Obamacare enrollment drops by 1.4 million as premiums rise. Also, Trump escalates his fight with the Federal Reserve. Senator Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Jason Furman, and Lt. Gen Mark Hertling join Lawrence O'Donnell.

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2026-01-15
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Lawrence: After Trump's lies about Renee Good shooting, exodus at DOJ over botched investigation

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration?s handling of the Minnesota ICE shooting probe sparks Justice Department resignations. Also, the FBI has not released the recordings of Tom Homan accepting a $50K bribe. Plus, Donald Trump dismisses affordability as a ?fake word.? And millions of Epstein documents are still unreleased by Trump's Justice Department. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-14
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Lawrence: Sen. Kelly puts Pete Hegseth on the defensive by making him a defendant

Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegseth over his censure. Also, Donald Trump calls Sen. Elizabeth Warren after her speech on affordability. Plus, the Trump Justice Department subpoenas the Federal Reserve in a criminal probe over Chair Jerome Powell?s testimony. And Trump defends the Department of Homeland Security?s use of deadly force in Minnesota. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, and Sen. Ruben Gallego join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-13
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New video filmed by ICE agent released

Tonight on The Last Word: Minnesota prosecutors seek evidence from the fatal ICE shooting. Also, the December jobs report caps off a sluggish year for the U.S. labor market. Plus, Democrats introduce a bill to limit Trump's action in Venezuela. And Donald Trump claims his ?own morality? is his only limit to global power. Josh Einiger, Rep. Angie Craig, Heather Long, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Bishop William J. Barber II join Jonathan Capehart.

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2026-01-10
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2026-01-09
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Lawrence: On Trump's last day in office he could pardon every single member of Trump's deadly force

Tonight on The Last Word: Minnesota officials reject the narrative that the deadly ICE shooting was justified. Also, Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie ask a federal judge to step in on the Epstein files release. And the House passes a bill restoring Affordable Care Act subsidies for three years. Laurence Tribe, Kirk Burkhalter, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-09
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Lawrence: Video of deadly Minneapolis ICE shooting exposes Trump & Noem?s lies

Tonight on The Last Word: A 37-year-old woman is shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Also, Sen. Ed Markey questions oil executives over Trump-Venezuela relations. And the House Oversight Committee issues subpoenas in the Epstein case. Marq Claxton, Cedric Alexander, Rob D?Amico, Sen. Ed Markey, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-08
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Lawrence on Jan. 6: GOP manages humiliation previously unimaginable supporting Trump

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats hold a hearing to mark five years since the January 6 insurrection. Also, Pete Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly over his ?illegal orders? video. And Jacob Soboroff?s new book, ?Firestorm,? reflects on the Los Angeles fires one year later. Andrew Weissmann, Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jacob Soboroff join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-07
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Lawrence: Trump & Rubio?s remarks about Venezuela raise the question, ?Is Cuba next??

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats condemn Donald Trump over the Venezuela attack. Also, Marco Rubio dodges legal authority questions on Venezuela. And Jack Smith says there is ?powerful evidence? that Trump ?willfully? kept classified documents. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2026-01-06
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House GOP releases Jack Smith deposition

Tonight on The Last Word: Polls show voters are furious at the start of the midterm year. Also, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani promises to govern ?audaciously.? Plus, Iran protests are growing amid a deepening economic crisis. And lawmakers threaten Attorney General Pam Bondi with contempt over incomplete Epstein files. Timothy Snyder, Robert Reich, Bobby Ghosh, Rep. Adam Smith, and Lisa Rubin join Ali Velshi.

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2026-01-03
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Rep. Khanna on Trump?s handling of Epstein files: ?You can?t just ignore the law?

Tonight on The Last Word: The Epstein files play a key role in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene?s falling out with Donald Trump. Also, the Supreme Court blocks the National Guard deployment to Chicago. Plus, the overall U.S. unemployment ticked up to 4.6%. And The Washington Post reports hundreds of North Carolina residents signed up for FEMA buyouts after Hurricane Helene, but none have been approved. Rep. Ro Khanna, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Barbara McQuade, Jared Bernstein, and fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper join Ali Velshi.

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2025-12-31
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Lawrence: Trump was flying with Epstein around the time FBI got its first tip about Epstein

Tonight on The Last Word: Lawmakers discuss legal action against the Trump Justice Department. Also, an email refutes Donald Trump?s claim that he was never on Jeffrey Epstein?s jet. Plus, the U.S. strikes another boat, alleging drug-smuggling. And Lawrence shares an important lesson on the value of listening. Rep. Robert Garcia, David Enrich, and Rep. Adam Smith join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-24
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Lawrence on Trump DOJ failing to release all Epstein files: Trump can pardon anyone in a cover-up

Tonight on The Last Word: Epstein survivors speak out after the Trump Justice Department releases the files. And a KIND Fund scholarship recipient shares her hopes and dreams after she completes her education. Jena-Lisa Jones, Marina Lacerda, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Bradley Edwards join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-23
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Trump DOJ releases heavily redacted Epstein files

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats explore legal options over the partial Epstein files release. Also, Donald Trump takes his broken economic message to North Carolina. Plus, GOP divisions grow as lawmakers head home. And Jack Smith demands a public hearing to defend the Trump indictments. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Lisa Rubin, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, fmr. Rep. David Jolly, and Melissa Murray join Ali Velshi.

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2025-12-20
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Lawrence: Trump seemed ?angry at the truth? as he read a ?teleprompter full of lies?

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump addresses the nation as his approval rating hits a record low. Also, Jack Smith defends the Trump indictments in a closed-door testimony. Plus, Sen. Amy Klobuchar grills the FCC?s Brendan Carr in a Senate hearing. And Democrats push for the full release of the boat strike video. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. Daniel Goldman, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and Rep. Jim Himes join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-18
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Lawrence: ?Immoral? is Donald Trump?s brand, and his chief of staff just proved it

Tonight on The Last Word: Vanity Fair interviews with Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveal new pain points in the administration.  Plus, Wiles claims Trump was unaware of Ghislaine Maxwell's prison transfer, and that Pam Bondi "completely whiffed" handling the Epstein files. Also, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth refuses to release full unedited boat strike video. Nicholas Kristof, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jonathan Capehart join Lawrence O'Donnell.

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2025-12-17
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Velshi: Trump doesn't have a plan for you if you?re struggling to afford basics

Tonight on The Last Word: New polls paint a bleak picture for the Trump economy. Plus, the weekly jobless claims hit their highest level in over four years. Also, Trump's redistricting push fails in Indiana. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Jared Bernstein, Charlie Sykes, Tom Nichols, State Sen. Shelli Yoder, and Rep. Maxwell Frost join Ali Velshi.

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2025-12-16
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Lawrence on Hegseth strikes: Legal experts say nothing in U.S. law allows for use of deadly force

Tonight on The Last Word: Experts suggest that the boat strikes may be illegal under U.S. law. Also, a judge orders Trump to end the National Guard control in California. Plus, Trump hits an all-time low on economy approval according to an AP-NORC poll. Capt. Todd Huntley, Sen. Alex Padilla, Sherrod Brown, and Eric Gisler join Lawrence O'Donnell. 

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2025-12-12
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Lawrence: Trump tries Epstein-style cover-up of second boat strike video

Tonight on The Last Word: The GOP House Armed Service Cmte. Chair announces he's ending the probe into a Sept. 2nd boat strike. Also, Democrats probe the ties between Trump officials and immigration contractors. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell blames elevated inflation on tariffs. And a federal judge orders Donald Trump to end the National Guard?s control in California. Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and Jacob Soboroff join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-11
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Lawrence: Pardoning history?s biggest drug dealers proves Trump doesn?t care about drug trafficking

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats demand the Pentagon release the boat strike video. Also, Donald Trump proposes a health care plan that the ACA already delivers. Plus, a federal judge rules the grand jury documents in Ghislaine Maxwell's New York case be unsealed. And a primary school teacher in Malawi shares his firsthand experience of the K.I.N.D. Fund helping students. Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Madeleine Dean, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-10
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Lawrence: If Trump hasn?t called you a ?terrible reporter? then you?re not doing your job

Tonight on The Last Word: Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. Also, The Washington Post reports Donald Trump pardoned dozens of accused of drug-related crimes. Plus, MS NOW reports Kash Patel?s girlfriend asked FBI security detail to drive home her allegedly drunk friend after partying. And Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene links Trump to threats against her family. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O?Donnell. 

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2025-12-09
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Hegseth faces calls to resign over boat strikes, Signalgate

Tonight on The Last Word: Questions grow amid shifting stories of boat strikes. Also, health care premiums are set to spike in the new year. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Donald Trump ?has been right? on tariffs. And U.S. Foreign Service reports historically low morale. Rep. John Garamendi, Lt. Col. Rachel VanLandingham, Rep. Melanie Stansbury, Betsey Stevenson, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Ali Velshi.

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2025-12-06
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Lawrence on Hegseth boat strike: 'There was no war and there was no fog'

Tonight on The Last Word: After a classified briefing on the Sept. 2 boat strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, Democratic Sen. Mark Warner says he believes the survivors of the first strike were ?incapacitated.? And Donald Trump?s tariffs are negatively impacting U.S. businesses. Sen. Mark Warner, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-05
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Lawrence: Trump heightens insanity of war-mongering as Epstein island images released

Tonight on The Last Word: House Oversight Democrats release new Epstein material. Also, Donald Trump dismisses affordability concerns as a ?con job.? Plus, Democrats call for an investigation into Pete Hegseth?s strike orders. And a K.I.N.D. scholarship student is ?fighting for her freedom.? Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Chuck Schumer, and Rep. Adam Smith join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-04
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Lawrence: Hegseth's story on boat strike hinges on a new ?fog of war? lie

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats are fired up after a close race in the Tennessee Special Election. And Democrats call for an investigation into Sec. of Defense Pete Hegseth's strike orders. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Robert Garcia, and Sen. Adam Schiff join Lawrence O'Donnell.

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2025-12-03
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Lawrence: After report of Hegseth's 'kill everybody' order, Trump's first instinct was to lie

Tonight on The Last Word: Fallout grows over a report of Pete Hegseth?s alleged order to ?kill everybody.? Also, Rachel Maddow?s latest podcast, ?Burn Order,? explores the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans. And Amanda Gorman takes on a new role as a UNICEF Ambassador. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rachel Maddow, and Amanda Gorman join Lawrence O?Donnell.

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2025-12-02
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Preview of ?Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order?

Rachel Maddow?s new series lays bare one of the most shocking decisions in American history. It?s story that reveals how an executive order authorizing the mass roundup of innocent Japanese Americans came to be, the powerful players who engineered it, and the burn order that tried to erase it from history.

Stay right here to listen to a special preview of ?Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order.? And for the full episode, search for ?Burn Order? and follow the show.

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2025-12-01
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2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting

Tonight on The Last Word: Republicans are divided on how to handle health care and affordability. Also, 21 states sue over Donald Trump?s SNAP cuts for legal immigrants. And Trump faces legal resistance. Ken Dilanian, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Nicole Santa Cruz, Sister Simone Campbell, Marc Santia, Rob D'Amico, and Skye Perryman join Jonathan Capehart.

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2025-11-27
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