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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell, MS NOW
Donald Trump
Kamala Harris
Joe Biden
2024 Presidential Election
Project 2025
Democratic Party
NATO
Biden Administration
Gun Violence
Ukraine
Republican National Convention
Pennsylvania
Voting Rights Act
Harris Campaign
North Carolina
Israel
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
January 6th Insurrection
Lincoln Project
Barack Obama

Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.

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Tonight on The Last Word: Fallout grows over a report of Pete Hegseth’s alleged order to “kill everybody.” Also, Rachel Maddow’s latest podcast, “Burn Order,” explores the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans. And Amanda Gorman takes on a new rol... more

Rachel Maddow’s new series lays bare one of the most shocking decisions in American history. It’s story that reveals how an executive order authorizing the mass roundup of innocent Japanese Americans came to be, the powerful players who engineered it... more

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... more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Dilanian
MSNOW Justice and Intelligence reporter
MSNBC
Episode: 2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi
Democratic Congressman from Illinois, member of the Oversight and Intelligence Committees
U.S. Congress
Episode: 2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Nicole Santa Cruz
Reporter for ProPublica
ProPublica
Episode: 2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Thomas Massie
Republican Congressman, supporter of releasing the Epstein files
House of Representatives
Episode: Lawrence: There will be a massive rebellion against Trump when the House votes on Epstein files
Aftyn Behn
Democratic candidate for Tennessee's 7th congressional district
Episode: Trump wants DOJ to investigate others tied to Epstein
Barry Levine
Author of The Spider and expert on the Jeffrey Epstein investigation
Author
Episode: Lawrence: In newly public emails Epstein says 'of course' Trump 'knew about the girls'
Lori Mullins
Director of Operations at Rodgers & Brown Custom Brokers and President of the Houston Custom Brokers Association.
Rodgers & Brown Custom Brokers
Episode: Lawrence: Trump says 65% of Americans are ‘FOOLS!’
Andrea Joy Campbell
Attorney General of Massachusetts
Episode: Lawrence: With Trump's shutdown ending, Dems are closer than ever to forcing Epstein files release
Erika Jones
Elementary school teacher in Los Angeles and secretary-treasurer at the California Teachers Association
California Teachers Association
Episode: Ali Velshi: Trump's reaction to Tuesday's crushing election defeat? Basically, 'Let them eat cake'

Hosts

Lawrence O'Donnell
Emmy-winning executive producer and writer, political commentator, and host known for his insightful analysis on political stories.
Ali Velshi
Political analyst and journalist known for his in-depth coverage of economic and political issues.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.4k ratings
  • Truth be told

    Lawrence O’Donnell tells it like it is. I can count on him for the truth of what’s going on in Washington D.C. that will effect the rest of the country and the world. He is the best at delivery. I wait up at night until his latest episode is released. Thank you for giving us L.O. He gives me hope and courage to live a better life. My friends have cable and watch him live. I have podcast and listen, sometimes twice. He brings on great guests who are intelligent, knowledgeable, and informative. I ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Little one eyed Jack
    United Statesa month ago
  • Premium subscription, takes two days to update

    I am paying for this subscription, and the episodes take two days to update. Contacted MSNBC/NBC, and they basically gaslighted me. Why can’t I hear the episode the same day it airs? Usually a couple of hours after the show airs on the network, but lately, it’s two days old by the time I can hear it! Who is scamming? Apple or MSNBC?

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    1
    a speck of stardust
    United States2 months ago
  • Changing podcast

    Changing this to premium only is a horrible idea and will only further demonstrate poor business practices. Oh and even less people will watch or listen to the programming. Lawrence has been very spot on for years. I will no longer be listening or watching anything on this network. Great job loosing another loyal fan in these awful times. This is so irresponsible in so many ways. Whoever made this decision ought be fired and sent over to FOX!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The mak69
    United States2 months ago
  • Think five steps ahead

    Trump is setting the stage for invoking martial law and suspending elections. He’s thinking ahead. He will foment rebellion by using the national guard to enhance unrest and create a pretense for violence. He will define terrorism as mere disagreement with the administration and argue that a federal military presence is to protect against terrorism. He may only suspend elections in blue states, states with terrorism, states who disagree with him. If he can’t suspend elections he can reduce voter... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bamboozzled234
    United States2 months ago
  • Scarier than trump

    Peter Thiel and Russel Vought

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United States2 months ago

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Comments reflect a loyal following, with many expressing gratitude for the insights provided and the educational value of the episodes.

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2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Q: What do you take that to mean regarding the mayor's comment on the attack being targeted?
It implies that the attack was likely not random; the suspect specifically aimed at uniformed individuals, indicating possible underlying frustration or ideological motives.
2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Q: What stands out to you in terms of what we know about the suspect and the method of attack?
The suspect's targeted attack suggests potential broader motivations that authorities are investigating, particularly regarding his background and mental state.
2 National Guard members in critical condition after D.C. shooting
Q: What is the status of the National Guard in DC right now, after the judge's ruling last week?
The judge ruled the deployment illegal, but the order was stayed pending appeal, and the National Guard in DC has limited powers, mainly patrolling and beautification efforts.
GOP start to break with Trump on other issues after Epstein vote
Q: What did you make of Trump's comments today about what he said in those posts calling for the execution of six Democrats who urged service members to disobey illegal orders?
Vindman calls Trump's rhetoric outrageous and unacceptable, stressing that it incites political violence and undermines the rule of law which mandates that service members must not obey illegal orders.
GOP start to break with Trump on other issues after Epstein vote
Q: Explain to us what has happened between you and the Trump administration today over this demand for the call transcript.
Eugene Vindman discusses his demand for the release of the transcript of a call with the Saudi Crown Prince, citing concerns about the nature of Trump's interactions with foreign leaders and a pattern of behavior that raises flags for transparency.

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2. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi
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