The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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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Rachel Maddow discusses the political campaigns of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, featuring interviews with Democratic nominees Dr. Annie Andrews and Brian Poindexter, who argue that Republican rhetoric is disconnected from economic realities. The episode also explores strategies for appealing to working-class voters through discussions with candidates Brian Poindexter and David Jolly. The program further examines legal developments involving Donald Trump, including a Supreme Court ruling on White House construction and his threatened $5 billion lawsuit against the Center for American Progress. Additionally, the segment covers the appointment of Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner and its potential implications for reproductive rights and medication abortion access.

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Reality.

00:02:08 · The host uses this single word to contrast the claims made by Donald Trump and J.D. Vance with the actual economic conditions experienced by citizens.

That is demonstrably false.

00:07:32 · The host refutes J.D. Vance's claim that homeownership is becoming more accessible to young Americans by citing Pew Research data.

Well, it just shows how out of touch Washington politicians are with what's happening on the ground.

00:13:52 · Brian Poindexter responds to J.D. Vance's claims about the administration supporting working people.

It's the kind of number you have to say while doing an impression of Dr. Evil from Austin Powers.

00:29:28 · The host reacts to the staggering $5 billion figure in Trump's threatened defamation lawsuit.

I mean, this is classic anti-abortion extremist propaganda. This is junk science.

00:38:48 · Minnie Timuraju characterizes the claims made by Dr. Overton regarding the dangers of abortion pills as scientifically unfounded.

Episodios

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Trump rallies voters for Graham in SC GOP Senate runoff

Rachel Maddow discusses the political campaigns of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, featuring interviews with Democratic nominees Dr. Annie Andrews and Brian Poindexter, who argue that Republican rhetoric is disconnected from economic realities. The episode also explores strategies for appealing to working-class voters through discussions with candidates Brian Poindexter and David Jolly. The program further examines legal developments involving Donald Trump, including a Supreme Court ruling on White House construction and his threatened $5 billion lawsuit against the Center for American Progress. Additionally, the segment covers the appointment of Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner and its potential implications for reproductive rights and medication abortion access.

22 ago. 2026
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Lawrence: Trump’s Treasury Secretary said ‘we don’t know when’ Trump’s war will end.

This episode covers a range of political and legal developments, beginning with an announcement for the MS Now Texas event and an analysis of Donald Trump's cabinet appointments and administration approach to the Iran conflict. The discussion explores the lack of military strategy in current policies and investigations into Jared Kushner's financial ties to Saudi Arabia. The broadcast also features legal analyses regarding potential prosecutorial misconduct within the Justice Department. Finally, the episode includes an interview with Wisconsin gubernatorial nominee David Crowley, who discusses his campaign platform focusing on economic affordability, local values, and the regulation of data centers.

21 ago. 2026
2102-

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

This episode explores various political developments, ranging from the analysis of Donald Trump's pursuit of political vengeance and economic concerns regarding tariffs to the impact of age in Massachusetts Senate races. The discussion includes interviews with Senators Mark Kelly and John Ossoff, who criticize the Trump administration's handling of foreign policy, military leadership, and economic issues. The episode also features an interview with author Kurt Anderson regarding his speculative novel, The Breakup, which imagines a future where the United States undergoes a national divorce in 2046. The conversation explores the use of fiction to examine historical parallels and the potential for national separation.

20 ago. 2026
2101-

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

The episode begins with an analysis of recent Florida primary election results, highlighting unexpected upsets and the diminishing political influence of Donald Trump's endorsements. The discussion transitions into interviews with Democratic candidates Bail Dalton and Sherrod Brown regarding corruption and economic hardship, alongside a whistleblower complaint alleging the political weaponization of university investigations. Later, Professor Lawrence Tribe discusses the defense of academic freedom at Harvard and warns against institutions caving to authoritarian pressure. The episode concludes with a discussion between Lawrence Tribe and Lieutenant General Mark Hertling concerning Donald Trump's erratic statements regarding territorial claims in the Strait of Hormuz and their implications for Middle East tensions.

19 ago. 2026
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Trump & officials downplay concerns about USS Lincoln

Rachel Maddow examines the expiration of the Iran memorandum of understanding and criticizes Donald Trump's lack of strategy in managing the ongoing conflict, featuring an interview with Representative James Walkinshaw on the human cost to service members. The episode also explores shifts in US foreign policy regarding South Korea and North Korea, alongside legal concerns regarding the potential erosion of Department of Justice independence. The discussion further covers recent Supreme Court rulings affecting presidential power and the economic impact of inflation and rising gas prices on voters. The program concludes with a retrospective look at the Obama 'tan suit' controversy.

18 ago. 2026