The Don Lemon Show

After the Clintons initially rejected subpoenas to appear in front of congress in regards to the Epstein files, and after the GOP rejected the Clintons' desire to testify publicly, today Hillary Clinton will do so in front of a House panel. This testimony will be recorded on camera but behind closed doors. Tomorrow, former president Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify as well. With the Clintons b...

Tonight we are joined by Rep. Al Green to discuss his protest and subsequent removal from last night's State of the Union address. The congressman held up a sign which read "Black People Aren't Apes," a reference to a Trump tweet which depicted the Obamas as apes in a meme. Also, former Treasure Secretary and Harvard professor Larry Summers has resigned from his professorship at the university for...

Good morning Lemon Nation. Last night was less an address about the state of our country and more a medal ceremony to those who like the President. Trump handed out military honors and even presented our U.S. men's Olympic hockey team goalie with a medal of freedom. When he wasn't putting on a show for his cult, Trump was back to his favorite fodder for lies: Somalis in Minnesota, tariffs, drug pr...

This morning, we’re diving into explosive new reporting from NPR alleging that the U.S. Department of Justice withheld and removed certain Epstein-related documents from public databases, including files that reference allegations involving Donald Trump. The report claims materials tied to accusations against Jeffrey Epstein that also mention Trump were taken down or never fully released. As other...

Tonight, we’re diving into the continued global fallout from the Epstein files. Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, has reportedly been arrested by British authorities over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson is the latest powerful figure to face scrutiny as investigations move forward overseas. So the question is obvious: who’s next? As international authorities tak...

Don takes a look at Donald Trump’s long-documented habit of calling reporters while pretending to be someone else, often a supposed spokesperson singing Trump’s praises. Don breaks down the recordings, the reporting, and the implications of a public figure allegedly using fake names to shape his own media narrative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This morning, we’re talking about a White House that looks desperate. As Donald Trump’s approval ratings slide, the administration seems to think the solution is… sports cosplay? From Kash Patel partying with athletes like he just got drafted, to Trump posting an AI-generated video of himself scoring a hockey goal, the cringe factor is off the charts. Is this just a distraction from sinking number...

Tonight, we’re breaking down a major decision from the Supreme Court of the United States blocking Donald Trump’s tariffs and declaring them illegal. This comes after Trump repeatedly insisted he had the authority to impose them on his own. The Court said otherwise. Trump is furious, but this ruling raises a bigger question about limits on executive power and whether the constitutional guardrails...

Don sits down with political strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the blockbuster ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States blocking Donald Trump’s tariffs as illegal. After repeatedly declaring he could impose them unilaterally “because I’m the president,” Trump has now been handed a sharp constitutional rebuke, and he’s not taking it well. 🍋 Learn more about your...

Happy Friday Lemon Nation 🍋! Today we will talk about the various ways that Trump and his MAGA regime are trying to end us. Whether it's being done actively or passively, it's hard to come to another conclusion about the goals of those in charge. RFK and his MAHA plan could alone wreak havoc on the health of this country, and on top of that we have a never-ending surge of ICE forces ravaging citi...

Tonight, we’re diving into the explosive new developments in the Epstein file saga. Prince Andrew was arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and around the world, powerful figures connected to Epstein are beginning to face real consequences. But the same cannot be said for those here in the United States? Donald Trump’s name appears in the files more than 38,000 times, yet there is no accounta...

Don sits down with Congressman Eric Swalwell for a candid conversation about the state of the nation and the growing concerns surrounding attacks on the free press. They discuss the broader implications of Donald Trump and MAGA's actions toward journalists, what it means for democratic institutions, and why protecting the First Amendment is essential in moments of political tension. Learn more abo...

This morning, we’re diving into the latest bombshell developments in the Epstein file saga, and the fallout is going global. Prince Andrew has reportedly been arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as authorities abroad move forward with real consequences for those connected to the scandal. But here at home? A very different story. Donald Trump’s name appears in the files tens of thousands of...

Don sits down with Jim Acosta to break down the Trump administration’s escalating war on journalism. From revoking press credentials to pursuing charges against reporters, the message to the media seems clear: fall in line or face consequences. 🍋 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, we’re confronting a terrifying possibility. Are we on the brink of war with Iran? Escalating rhetoric and military posturing have raised real concerns that a broader conflict could be imminent. So much for talk of peace. What would war mean for the United States, for the region, and for everyday Americans already stretched thin? Is this brinkmanship, or are we watching the early stages of...

Don sits down with Sam Harris, neuroscientist, philosopher, and bestselling author, for a wide-ranging and, at times, heated conversation about the state of the country. They unpack the chaos dominating the headlines, the growing anxiety about democratic norms, and the deeper philosophical questions beneath it all. The discussion intensifies as they dive into race, privilege, and how society talks...

This morning, we’re breaking down all the chaos shaping the day. From Donald Trump’s escalating attacks on the free press, to Pam Bondi’s widely criticized and evasive hearing over her handling of the Epstein files, the hits just keep coming. Meanwhile, public support for ICE appears to be slipping as scrutiny intensifies and more Americans question the tactics and leadership behind the agency. Th...

Don sits down with Vic Mensa, the Chicago-born rapper, activist, and outspoken advocate for justice, for a raw conversation about the state of the world right now. They dive into the chaos unfolding around us, the dangerous history behind the phrase “just following orders,” and the moral responsibility individuals carry when systems go off the rails. From abuses of power to the erosion of accounta...

Tonight, we’re confronting a White House that looks like it’s in a full doom spiral. The signs are everywhere, unchecked abuses of power, escalating attacks on the free press, and rhetoric that chips away at confidence in free and fair elections. Are we watching a slide toward authoritarianism in real time? What happens when guardrails are ignored and institutions are tested over and over again? A...

This morning we bring you some sad news. The iconic Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed away. Don will be joined by his son, Rep. Jonathan Jackson, to remember his legacy, reflect on what he stood for, and honor the decades he spent fighting for justice, civil rights, and political power for the marginalized. Then we pivot to the media meltdown. Reports that Anderson Cooper is leaving 60 Minutes have sp...

Tonight, we’re tackling DHS funding and election integrity. First, Don is joined by Hakeem Jeffries to break down the partial government shutdown fight over Department of Homeland Security funding and what it means for the country. Then we pivot to elections. Kristi Noem says they want to make sure the “right people” are voting. The right people? What exactly does that mean? And should Americans b...

Let's talk about Jeremy Carl, Donald Trump’s nominee for assistant secretary of state for international organizations, a role that would oversee U.S. policy toward the United Nations and its agencies. Carl, a former Trump administration official and current senior fellow at the Claremont Institute, is facing intense scrutiny over past statements and writings that promote white supremacist, racist,...

It’s Presidents Day, and let’s just say, not all presidents are the same. Donald Trump's approval numbers are hitting an all time low while Barack Obama continues to enjoy strong favorability among many Americans. We’ll also break down the latest developments surrounding the Epstein files, what’s new, what’s unanswered, and what may come next. Join us as we unpack the headlines, separate signal fr...

Today we’re bringing you an extended live stream. Don is in court, and we’ll have coverage throughout the day with real-time updates, analysis, and reactions from friends of the show. This case goes far beyond one journalist, it’s about the freedom of the press, the right to report on protests, and whether the government can intimidate members of the media for doing their jobs. 🍋 This episode is...

This morning, we’re covering a major development: Don is appearing in court after the U.S. Department of Justice brought charges tied to his coverage of a protest at a Minneapolis church. This isn’t just about one case. It’s about the freedom of speech and the freedom of the press and whether journalists can report on protests without facing retaliation from the government. We’ll break down what’s...