
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.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 310 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats call for Donald Trump to testify in the Epstein investigation. Also, Democratic turnout in Texas is breaking records. Plus, Trump’s mixed messages on Iran rattle allies. And Trump’s immigration crackdown is causing... more
Tonight on The Last Word: Hillary Clinton testifies “I never knew Jeffrey Epstein." Also, ICE and the CBP reportedly spent $144 million on weapons and munitions. Plus, the Justice Department says it’s reviewing if Epstein documents were improperly wi... more
Tonight on The Last Word: The Justice Department withheld Epstein documents including some relating to Donald Trump. Also, Democrats demand the Justice Department investigate Attorney General Pam Bondi for potentially lying to Congress. Plus, a teen ... more
Listen to MS NOW’s Special Coverage of President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address. During his speech, Trump touted the ending of DEI policies nationwide, railed against the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, and attacked the Somali community of Mi... more
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Haven’t you figured it out? Honestly, haven’t you figured it out? Surprise, surprise Gomers, the Trump justice department is corrupt just like the rest of his administration. Why do you and your guests still sound so golly gee whiz surprised, especially about Epstein files?
Lawrence, you keep me sane and grounded!
Every nite at 7:00 i watch your show i just enjoy you so much the way you tell it like it is especially when you speak of ( i hate saying his name) that idiot in the white house . A true fan of MS/NOW all you guys n gals are awesomee signed martyg
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This podcast presents an engaging exploration of pivotal political stories and pressing societal issues, often revolving around accountability and justice within the political landscape. It frequently features in-depth discussions about prominent figures and events, particularly those related to past and current presidents, highlighting narratives surrounding investigations and allegations, such as the investigations involving Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The commentary is typically grounded in legal and political analysis, often spotlighting the implications of decision-making by various governing bodies which resonate with broader themes of democratic integrity and social justice.
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