The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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...

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...

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats push to flip GOP-held seats in ruby red Texas. Also, protests erupt after ICE shoots a man in New York City with a child in the car. Plus, Hurricane Isaias makes landfall, hitting Florida and Alabama. And House Democrats call for an Oversight hearing into Kimberly Guilfoyle. Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, Texas State Sen. Nathan Johnson, Mimi Rocah, Maya Eaglin...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump and his allies face scrutiny over personal enrichment. Also, the Trump Justice Department seeks the indictment of Cassidy Hutchinson. Plus, former President Obama makes midterm endorsements in key governor’s races. And the USS Lincoln returns home after a record-setting deployment. Rep. Ro Khanna, Barbara McQuade, Keisha Lance Bottoms, David Crowley, and Lt....

Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Raphael Warnock says voters feel “betrayed” by “crushing prices.” Also, Democrats seek to flip the GOP-held Kansas Senate seat. And Spy Magazine is resurfacing vintage Trump articles. Sen. Raphael Warnock, Adam Hamilton, Susan Morrison, and Kurt Andersen join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on A...

Tonight on The Last Word: A new poll finds Democratic voters are way more fired up to vote than GOP voters. Also, Democrat Josh Turek is vying to flip a Senate seat for Iowa. And MS NOW’s Ken Dilanian looks at Trump’s pardon for a Nevada GOP politician nicknamed “Lady Trump.” Marni von Wilpert, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Ken Dilanian join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other M...

Tonight on The Last Word: Republicans are worried as polls show Donald Trump’s drag on key races. Also, the Trump family faces self-enrichment and corruption claims. Plus, the Trump administration plans to deploy 1,000 election monitors. Justice Alito says he’s considered retirement. And Trump jokes about Iran “taking out” Los Angeles and San Diego. Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Robert Garcia, and Sen. Co...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump dismisses the affordability issue as Americans struggle. Also, Trump and Republicans continue to sow doubt in the outcome of midterms. Plus, Democrats expand the House battlefield into red districts. And the White House reportedly told the Justice Department to go slow on abortion before midterms. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Rep. James Walkinshaw, Leela Gray, Nevada...

Tonight on The Last Word: A recent poll finds a majority of Ohio voters are skeptical of data centers. Also,  the Democratic Senate candidate leads in North Carolina while Trump is underwater. And a federal judge demands answers from Trump on boat strikes. Sherrod Brown and Roy Cooper 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: The Georgia campaign could prove crucial to determining Senate control. Also, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott refuses to debate Gina Hinojosa before the election. And Sen. Cory Booker calls the Jack Smith Senate hearing a “farce.” Sen. Jon Ossoff, Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, and Sen. Cory Booker join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads,...