The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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Tonight on The Last Word: Republicans are divided on how to handle health care and affordability. Also, 21 states sue over Donald Trump’s SNAP cuts for legal immigrants. And Trump faces legal resistance. Ken Dilanian, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Nicole Santa Cruz, Sister Simone Campbell, Marc Santia, Rob D'Amico, and Skye Perryman join Jonathan Capehart. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts...

Tonight on The Last Word: The GOP is distancing from an increasingly unpopular Donald Trump. Also, the Justice Department refuses to release the files in the Tom Homan bribery probe. Plus, six Democrats tell the military not to follow unlawful orders. And USAID workers sue Elon Musk over illegal DOGE firings. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Nick Kristof join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen...

Tonight on The Last Word: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will resign from Congress. Also, a Fox poll finds Donald Trump’s approval on the economy hits a new low. Plus, officials ousted or fired from Trump’s Justice Department detail the damage done to DOJ. And a Democrat seeks a historic flip in a deep-red Tennessee district. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Heather Long, Emily Bazelon, and Tennessee State R...

Tonight on The Last Word: The Justice Department has 29 days to release the Epstein files. Also, the U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.4%. And Congress has a December 31 deadline to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Sen. Tammy Baldwin join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Appl...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says he signed a bill to release the Epstein files. Also, the Justice Department acknowledges a full grand jury never saw the final James Comey indictment. And Boston Mayor Michelle Wu stands up to “wannabe dictators.” Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Mayor Michelle Wu join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts wit...

Tonight on The Last Word: The Epstein files release bill now heads to Donald Trump. Also, Trump continues his pattern of cozying up to strongmen. And Epstein survivors demand transparency from Congress. Rep. Ro Khanna and Lisa Rubin join Lawrence O’Donnell. 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 compa...

Tonight on The Last Word: The House is expected to vote on releasing the Epstein files Tuesday. Also, Kash Patel’s girlfriend is reportedly receiving FBI security detail. And Democrats shift their focus to affordability amid rising inflation and Trump tariffs. Rep. Robert Garcia, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Ken Dilanian, and Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump retreats on food tariffs amid anger across the country over high prices. Also, Vice President JD Vance’s claims on AI, robots, and wage growth raise questions. Plus, the House now plans to spike a Senate GOP payout provision. And Democrats eye a possible U.S. House pickup in Tennessee. Rep. Eric Swalwell, Justin Wolfers, Rep. Joe Neguse, and Tennessee State R...

Tonight on The Last Word: New Jeffrey Epstein emails spark a push to release the Epstein files. Also, Rep. Jamie Raskin calls on Todd Blanche to testify over Ghislaine Maxwell reports. And Epstein emails claim Donald Trump “knew about the girls.” Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Julie K. Brown join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is repeatedly mentioned in newly public Epstein emails. Plus, House Speaker Mike Johnson plans a vote on Epstein next week, as the Trump White House fails to contain the crisis. Rep. Ro Khanna, Andrew Weissmann, and Barry Levine join Lawrence O’Donnell.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Ho...

Tonight on The Last Word: The House vote on the Senate’s funding bill is expected on Wednesday. Also, NBC News reports Ghislaine Maxwell’s emails say she is “happier” in minimum security prison. Plus, Trump floats the idea of $2,000 tariff rebate checks. And Trump could be forced to refund his tariffs. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Jason Furman, and Lori Mullins join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to th...

Tonight on The Last Word: The Senate votes 60-40 on a bill to end the government shutdown. Also, Donald Trump pardons several people who tried to overturn the 2020 election. And states fight back and win against Trump’s cuts to SNAP. Rep. Jamie Raskin and Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump dismisses voters’ cost of living concerns. Also, the House remains out of session on day 38 of the record-setting government shutdown. Plus, the shutdown is pushing more Americans towards food insecurity. And California voters approve of a new redistricting measure. Timothy Snyder, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Sister Simone Campbell, and Erika Jones join Ali Velshi. T...

Tonight on The Last Word: The government shutdown disrupts air travel as the FAA cuts flights. Also, Donald Trump oversees the worst year for U.S. layoffs since 2009. Plus, Trump loyalist Elise Stefanik plans on announcing a run for New York governor. And polls show voters are rejecting Trump’s economic policies. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Jared Bernstein, and Norm Ornstein join Lawrence O’Donnell. To li...

Tonight on The Last Word: The Supreme Court considers the legality of Donald Trump’s tariffs. Also, California approves of a new state redistricting map. And Democrats look to carry momentum into the 2026 midterms. Professor Laurence Tribe and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted b...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump claims to not know the crypto billionaire he pardoned. Also, Kash Patel lashes out over reports on his use of an FBI jet. Plus, former President Obama campaigns for Abigail Spanberger in Virginia and Rep. Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey. And over 800,000 New Jerseyans depend on SNAP benefits that have been cut by the Trump admin. due to the shutdown. Sen. Sheldo...

Tonight on The Last Word: Rep. Jamie Raskin demands answers about Ghislaine Maxwell reportedly receiving preferential treatment in prison. Also, Republicans let Affordable Care Act subsidies lapse. Plus, Somalia’s health systems are collapsing amid cuts to USAID. And Trump backs a bailout for Argentina while cutting aid to Africa. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Sherrod Brown, Stephanie Nolen, and Nick Kristof...

Tonight on The Last Word: MSNBC reports two federal prosecutors were placed on administrative leave at the direction of the Trump White House. Also, polls show a tightening race for New Jersey governor. Plus, the government shutdown threatens food assistance for 42 million Americans. And four Senate Republicans join Democrats to block Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada. Ken Dilanian, Rep. Mikie Sher...

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump refuses to use emergency funds for food aid during the government shutdown. Also, Senate Republicans defy Trump and join Democrats to block tariffs on Brazil. Plus, farmers and businesses suffer under illegal Trump tariffs. And 40 million Americans prepare to lose SNAP benefits. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and Paul Krugman join Lawrence O’Donnel...

Tonight on The Last Word: Congress faces a November 1 deadline to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. And Donald Trump is criticized for his relationships with autocrats. Plus, Lawrence shares some of his conversation with Rachel Maddow from the recent MSNBC Live ’25 event. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Amb. Michael McFaul join Lawrence O’Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts witho...

Tonight on The Last Word: Americans are starting to feel the impact of the ongoing government shutdown. Also, a new poll finds Democrats with a large lead in the Virginia governor’s race. Plus, ICE agents are causing chaos in southern California. And scientists revive the weather damage database cut by Donald Trump. Rep. Ro Khanna, David Noriega, Larry Sabato, Memo Torres, and Adam B. Smith join J...

Tonight on The Last Word: House Democrats investigate what they call Donald Trump’s “effort to steal $230 million from American people.” Also, American farmers are hit hard by Trump’s policies. And the ACLU takes on the Trump administration’s migrant detention policies. Rep. Eric Swalwell, Skye Perryman, Toluse Oloruppina, Rep. John Garamendi, and Lee Gelernt join Jacob Soboroff. To listen to this...

We’re thrilled to share one of the most anticipated conversations from our recent MSNBCLIVE ‘25 event in New York City. Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O’Donnell sit down to discuss coping with this political moment, the mechanics of presenting news, what we can learn from other tough moments in history and what civic actions, in their view, are most encouraging in this era. To listen to this show and...

Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports Donald Trump is demanding $230 million from taxpayers to pay for his past investigations. Also, an appeals court hears arguments on Trump’s authority to send the National Guard to Los Angeles. Plus, the majority of Americans say the U.S. is on the wrong track on immigration. And Trump’s presence looms large over the New Jersey governor’s race. E...