The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Tonight on The Last Word: Mississippi voters react to Senator-elect Scott Colom’s victory speech. And Democrats extend their Senate majority to 55 with Colom’s win. Nnamdi Egwuonwu, Derrick Johnson, Sen.-elect Chris Pappas, and LaTosha Brown join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

Tonight on The Last Word: Ohio Gov.-elect Amy Acton beat her Trump-backed opponent by 8%. Also, House Democrats prepare their post-midterm agenda. Plus, the Wall Street Journal reports Donald Trump is mad about the lack of prosecution against his enemies. And Democrats vow to pursue an Epstein investigation. Gov.-elect Amy Acton, Rep.-elect Cait Conley, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O’Donnell...

Tonight on The Last Word: Congress returns after sweeping Democratic wins. Also, the Mississippi Senate race is still too close to call. Plus, Rachel Maddow’s new book details the history and the collapse of the Justice Department. And Democrats dominate Nevada’s 2026 midterm elections. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Scott Colom, Rachel Maddow, and Rep.-elect Teresa Benitez-Thompson join Lawrence O’Donnell...

Tonight on The Last Word: Decades of Black organizing reshape southern politics. Also, the GOP state senate in Texas vows to block Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa’s agenda. Plus, Democrats win big as North Carolina voters turn out. And Democrat Jake Johnson leads the Minnesota 1st District race by 321 votes. Rep.-elect Sarah Trone Garriott, LaTosha Brown, Texas State Rep. Trey. Martinez Fischer,...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats pledge to investigate the Trump administration after their midterm win. Also, some new senators-elect won’t support Sen. Chuck Schumer for Leader. And Dr. Annie Andrews flips a South Carolina Senate seat. Rep. Robert Garcia, Sen. Chuck Schumer, and Sen.-elect Annie Andrews join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up...

Tonight on The Last Word: Sherrod Brown’s win in Ohio helps Democrats win a decisive Senate majority. Also, voters make history in midterm races across the country. And Democrats make big gains in races for governor nationwide. Sen.-elect Sherrod Brown, Sen. Cory Booker, and Gov.-elect Jocelyn Benson join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS...

November 3, 2026; 10pm: Election night coverage tracks a major Democratic wave, with projected Senate and gubernatorial flips in Texas, Iowa, Kansas, Ohio and other states reshaping control of Congress and key governorships. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

November 3, 2026; 9pm: Election night coverage tracks a major Democratic wave as MS NOW projects Democrats will take control of the U.S. House with a minimum of 235 seats, while Senate races in Texas, Ohio, South Carolina and Kansas move to lean Democratic. Key calls include Keisha Lance Bottoms winning Georgia governor, Zach Dembo flipping Kentucky’s 6th District, and Democratic House pickups in...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump claims his 247-day Iran war is a “very little war.” Also, the Supreme Court rejects Trump’s attempt to segregate ballots in California. Plus, a federal judge dismisses the Trump lawsuit over the Alaska Senate race. And Democrats look to flip a northern Nevada House seat. Sherrod Brown, Andrew Weissmann, and Teresa Benitez-Thompson join Lawrence O’Donnell. &nb...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats make Donald Trump’s corruption a central campaign issue. Also, polls show voters are furious over Trump’s economy. Plus, a Democrat in a key Minnesota race hits Trump and Republicans over the Epstein files. And a veteran regrets voting for Trump because of the Iran war. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Ali Velshi, Jake Johnson, and Alex Tabet join Jonath...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump cancels a red state rally in the final days before Election Day. Also, ADA champion Tom Harkin backs Josh Turek for his former Senate seat. And Trump’s tariffs and Iran war are devastating Nevada’s economy. Adam Hamilton, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, fmr. Sen. Tom Harkin, and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show an...

Tonight on The Last Word: Former President Obama stumps in Georgia for Sen. Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms. Also, Donald Trump is back in Ohio again as Republicans try to hold the Senate. And a former Republican governor backs Dr. Annie Andrews for the South Carolina Senate race. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Sherrod Brown, Ali Velshi, and Dr. Annie Andrews join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show...

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump Justice Department fails to indict former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson. Also, Trump focuses on a GOP senator’s body instead of key issues. Plus, Rep. Mike Lawler campaigns with Speaker Johnson in New York. And Elon Musk pours nearly $500 million into saving Republicans in the midterms. Andrew Weissmann, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, Cait Conley, and Alex Gi...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats put Republicans on defense in deep red states. Also, the Trump Justice Department charges James Comey again after two failed attempts. Plus, House Judiciary Cmte. Democrats release a new report on Trump & Epstein. And the Justice Department sues to block Alaska Senate results if Republicans lose. Scott Colom, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and M...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats prepare for Donald Trump to defy the midterm results. Also, Trump’s coalition cracks as Democrats target Florida. Plus, Arizona water rights become a major issue in the 2026 midterms. And Democrats’ path to a House majority runs through Pennsylvania. Timothy Snyder, Rep. Joe Neguse, David Jolly, Rep. Maxwell Frost, Gov. Katie Hobbs, and Mayor Paige Cognetti join...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats ready investigations if they win control of the House. Also, a new book examines DOGE’s impact on the U.S. government. Plus, early voting is underway in the Iowa midterm elections. And a Nevada House seat never won by a Democrat is now in play. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Michael Lewis, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Teresa Benitez-Thompson join Lawrence O’Donnell. To l...

Tonight on The Last Word: Voters are frustrated with Donald Trump's economy ahead of midterms. Also, Sherrod Brown is polling ahead of Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate race. And Democrats target the Senate seat in deep-red South Carolina. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Dr. Annie Andrews, and Sherrod Brown join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium...

Tonight on The Last Word: Families discuss the “chaotic” evacuation of a U.S. Navy base. Also, Donald Trump attacks Ukraine while waiving sanctions on Russia. And the cost of Trump’s economy is a key issue in the Maine Senate race. Priya Sridhar, Rep. Chris Deluzio, David Rothkopf, and Troy Jackson join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NO...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is forced to campaign in Kansas amid record low polls. Also, Elon Musk pours millions into Texas GOP races. Plus, Trump says, “Russia has been fine on Ukraine.” And South Carolina early voting begins in a key Senate Race. Adam Hamilton, Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Sen. Raphael Warnock join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this...

Tonight on The Last Word: Georgia breaks records for early midterm voting this week. Also, the “No Kings” rallies on Saturday will focus on mobilizing early voting. Plus, Republican House incumbents are fading in key swing districts. And a new Fox poll finds 54% of voters backing Democrats for Congress. Keisha Lance Bottoms, Leah Greenberg, Anderson Clayton, Rebecca Bennett, and Sean McCann join J...

Tonight on The Last Word: Four are killed after an elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon. Also, a Fox poll finds 81% of GOP voters are “concerned” about inflation. Plus, Iowa’s rural hospitals struggle after Donald Trump’s Medicaid cuts. And North Carolina begins early voting in a key Senate race. Marc Santia, Rob D’Amico, Tom Manger, Sen. Jon Ossoff, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and fmr. Gov....

Tonight on The Last Word: A Trump-appointed judge rules against Donald Trump on the media ban. Also, House Democrats prepare for a potential majority after the midterms. And the Senate race in Alaska emerges as a key midterm battleground. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Katherine Clark, and Mary Peltola join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Pr...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s tariffs spark widespread economic pain in Detroit. Also, Trump and Republicans are losing voters over data centers. Plus, San Antonio sues to block a planned ICE detention center. And Leaders We Deserve targets 11 states with must-win races. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Ali Velshi, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, Johnny Garcia, and David...

Tonight on The Last Word: Republicans pour huge amounts of campaign cash into Ohio. Also, Florida Democrats’ voter registration outpaces Republicans in September. Plus, the Donald Trump-Vladimir Putin diesel deal faces growing backlash. And The New York Times reports a Russia oil deal could enrich Trump’s allies. Sherrod Brown, David Jolly, and Eric Lipton join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to thi...

Everything is bigger in Texas, including the politics. With a few weeks left until the midterms, MS NOW anchors and fans gathered in Texas for a day of conversation and community. Now, we’re bringing the fun to you directly. Listen to a compilation special from Together In Texas: We the People 2026, featuring talks with top newsmakers and some of your favorite hosts, such as Rachel Maddow, Lawrenc...