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Don sits down with journalist and political commentator Ahmed Baba to discuss the breaking Epstein file news. Bloomberg reported that the FBI redacted Trump's name from the files multiple times during their 24/7 marathon file review earlier this year. What else was uncovered in this article? Did you see this coming? Join Don and Ahmed to break it down! This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile...

What a day Lemon Nation! We ended Hot Topics with news that the FBI redacted multiple instances of Trump's name from the Epstein files. Soon after that we learned that Trump is moving Ghislaine Maxwell to a minimum security prison in Texas. THEN it was reported that Trump has ordered two nuclear submarines in close proximity to Russia. Oh, and don't let us forget that in response to bad job number...

This morning, we start with a powerful and emotional message from the family of Virginia Giuffre, one of Jeffrey Epstein’s most well-known victims. They are speaking out, directly and forcefully, against Donald Trump, and their words deserve to be heard. We’ll cover their response with the respect it warrants. Then we turn to Wisconsin, where GOP Rep. Bryan Steil got a taste of how voters are real...

Don sits down with Mathew Knowles, music executive, entrepreneur, and the man behind one of the greatest stars of our time, for an intimate conversation about legacy, fatherhood, and the making of a global icon. From building Destiny’s Child to guiding Beyoncé’s rise to superstardom, Mathew shares the behind-the-scenes story of what it takes to shape a career at the highest level, and the role of...

Trump’s poll numbers are plummeting, and we all know why. The Epstein scandal is back in the spotlight, and this time, Trump’s name is right there in the files. Voters are paying attention, and a growing number are experiencing what we like to call “severe ballot regret.” Don is out tonight, but Clay Cane is stepping in to break it all down: the fallout, the denial, the desperate distraction attem...

Don sits down with Anna Merlan and Kiera Butler of Mother Jones for a deep dive into the dangerous world of RFK Jr. and the anti-vaccine movement he’s helped supercharge. From wild conspiracy theories to outright misinformation, the so-called “MAHA” movement (Make America Healthy Again) has weaponized fear and pseudoscience, casting doubt on life-saving vaccines and public health efforts. Anna and...

Trump’s name is in the Epstein files. It's confirmed. But instead of addressing it, he’s doing what he does best: distraction, deflection, and a whole lot of shouting. From wild conspiracy theories to made-up scandals, he’s throwing everything at the wall to keep us from looking at this. This morning, we’re cutting through the noise and talking about what he really doesn’t want you to see. The Eps...

Good evening Lemon Nation! While Mike Johnson sent the House Representatives home for break, the Senate is still working hard to release some of the Epstein files. Invoking a rare rule known as the "Rule of Five," Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other Senate Democrats announced today that this is their current strategy. What is this rule? Will it work? What is the timeline for this release? Join...

Good morning, Lemon Nation! Let's dive into the latest twist: new video analysis suggests that footage from Epstein’s jail cell may have been altered. Government officials, of course, say there’s nothing to see here. Totally normal, right? Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell is still dangling her offer to testify before Congress if she’s granted immunity. You know, just minor immunity for a woman accused...

We’ve got whiplash-level updates on the Trump-Epstein-Maxwell mess. First up: Ghislaine Maxwell has reportedly offered to testify before Congress, but only if she gets immunity. Yes, immunity. From a woman accused by multiple victims of being even worse than Epstein? You can’t make this stuff up. And just when you thought Trump couldn’t make this situation any more unhinged, he goes and outdoes hi...

The Trump-Epstein scandal has dominated headlines, sparked lawsuits, and triggered full-blown meltdowns from Mar-a-Lago to MAGA Twitter. But outside the media circus, what does the public actually think? Is the scandal breaking through, or are people tuning it out like another one of Trump’s "perfect phone calls"? Let's dig into the public sentiment, polling data, and online reaction to see if thi...

Donald Trump’s Obama obsession strikes again. From birth certificates to bogus treason claims, it’s like he just can’t quit him. Is it envy? Insecurity? A crush? Whatever it is, one thing’s clear: Trump’s living in Obama’s shadow, and it’s driving him wild. This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month...

Just when you thought the Trump-Epstein saga couldn’t get weirder… Trump now claims he cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein not because of his predatory behavior, but because Epstein poached some of his employees. Seriously. Tonight, Don is joined once again by Mark Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein’s brother, to break down the latest twists in this deeply unsettling and increasingly absurd scandal. Plus, we’ll u...

Today, we’re taking a moment to step back from the noise and focus on the heartbreaking reality unfolding in Gaza. With mounting civilian casualties, reports of mass starvation, and widespread devastation, more voices, both at home and abroad, are beginning to call Israel’s actions what they are: potential war crimes. Don breaks down the latest developments in the Gaza-Israel conflict, the growing...

Trump is spiraling, and the distractions are getting wilder by the day. First, it was accusing Obama of treason. Then came his sudden crusade to prosecute Beyoncé and Oprah (yes, seriously). And now he’s ranting about windmills again. But let’s be real, it’s all an increasingly desperate attempt to shift attention away from the one thing he really doesn’t want to talk about...the Epstein files. De...

What is happening to the media?! Don Lemon sits down with journalist and founder of The Status newsletter, Oliver Darcy, to unpack the chaos. From the FCC greenlighting the Skydance-Paramount merger to the sudden cancellation of major voices like Stephen Colbert, it’s starting to feel like media is folding under political pressure. Is this the Trump effect? Are networks bowing to MAGA threats in a...

You truly can’t make this up. In the latest twist of the Trump-Epstein scandal, Trump’s Deputy Attorney General, Todd Blanche, personally met with convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. And now, because we’re apparently living in a dystopian satire, there are whispers of a possible pardon. Yes, really. Is this where we are now? Is MAGA so far gone that even cozying up to convicted traffickers...

What a week! This morning, we’re diving into the bombshell that blew the lid off everything: Trump is in the Epstein files. And in true Trump fashion, he’s been on a full-blown meltdown tour to distract, accusing Obama of treason, announcing cane sugar in Coca-Cola like it's a policy achievement, and trying to rename sports teams. We’ll also break down Trump’s latest feud with Fed Chair Jerome Pow...

Don sits down with journalist and political commentator Ahmed Baba to unpack all the chaos surrounding Donald Trump and the Epstein files. As new revelations continue to surface and Trump’s attempts to distract grow more frantic, what does this mean for the public’s right to know and for the future of accountability? Don and Ahmed break it all down with insight, receipts, and zero spin. This episo...

Donald Trump is in the Epstein files. That’s no longer speculation, it’s fact. And now, the panic is setting in. Trump is spiraling, throwing out wild distractions, and accusing everyone from Obama to Hillary to the deep state... whatever he thinks might change the subject. But is it working? Or could this finally crack the MAGA cult’s blind loyalty? Tonight, Don is joined by Rep. Eric Swalwell an...

Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland joins Don Lemon for a candid and urgent conversation about the GOP’s continued refusal to release the Epstein files, or even allow a vote. Why are Republicans so afraid of transparency? What are they hiding? Congresswoman Strickland also lays out her vision for the Democratic Party’s path forward in the face of corruption, cowardice, and political chaos. It’s a pow...

Good morning, Lemon Nation! Grab your coffee, because things are getting wild. After years of claiming he “barely knew” Jeffrey Epstein, Donald Trump has officially been named in the Epstein files. Yup, he’s in there. And now the deflection is in full swing. First it was accusing Obama of treason (sure…), and who knows what desperate distraction he'll throw out next. Trump is spiraling, and while...

Don Lemon sits down with Democratic strategist Mike Nellis to unpack the chaos surrounding Trump and the Epstein files. What is Trump hiding, and how far is he willing to go to distract us from it? Now he’s hurling wild accusations of treason at President Obama. Could he actually try to have Obama arrested? And what would that mean for the future of our democracy? Buckle up, this one’s a ride. Thi...

Well, well, well… turns out Donald Trump is in the Epstein files after all. According to a new exclusive from The Wall Street Journal, Trump was notified back in May that his name appears multiple times in the documents. So much for "I barely knew him." Trump is desperately trying to change the subject, now by accusing Barack Obama of treason. Seriously. How far will he go to dodge accountability?...

Trump is now accusing Barack Obama of treason. Why? Supposedly for trying to influence the 2016 election. Let’s be honest, this isn’t about national security. It’s about distraction. The Epstein file scandal is closing in, MAGA is in meltdown mode, and Trump is flailing. So what’s the move? Classic autocrat playbook. Point fingers at your predecessor and scream “treason.” Let's unpack the desperat...