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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

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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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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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English


Episodes
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Lawrence: Biden warns voters Trump could appoint 2 new Supreme Court Justices

6/17/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: President Biden warns the Supreme Court is on the ballot in November. Also, Senate Democrats hold a hearing on the impact of women forced to flee Republican abortion bans. And Biden makes gains in polls post-Trump felony conviction. Andrew Weissmann, Lauren Miller, and Simon Rosenberg join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:38:41

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SCOTUS rejects ban on gun device used in Vegas massacre

6/14/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats seek to put the Supreme Court on the ballot in November. Also, Donald Trump maintains his grip on the GOP despite recent incoherent campaign speeches. Plus, a bankruptcy judge orders Alex Jones to liquidate his personal assets to pay his $1.5 billion legal debt. And Trump-style Republicanism seeps into state politics. Rep. Jamie Raskin, fmr. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Tom Nichols, Jennifer Rubin, Elizabeth Williamson, and Heather Williams join Ayman Mohyeldin.

Duration:00:42:44

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Lawrence: Fawning Republicans craving time with Trump welcome him back to Cap Hill

6/13/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump visits Capitol Hill for the first time since January 6. Also, the Supreme Court immunity ruling delay helps Trump. Plus, the House votes to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt. And Trump reportedly calls Milwaukee “a horrible city” ahead of the Republican convention there. Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Eric Swalwell, and Rep. Gwen Moore join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:42:49

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Lawrence: No Republican businessmen are ever going to thank Biden for enriching them.

6/12/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: The stock market again closes at an all-time high under President Biden. Also, Senate Republicans block a Supreme Court ethics bill. Plus, Senate Democrats hold a hearing on the impact of women forced to flee Republican abortion bans. And Biden renews the call for an assault weapons ban. Gov. Wes Moore, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and David Hogg join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:42:40

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GOP conspiracies run wild after Hunter Biden verdict

6/11/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump continues to attack DOJ officials. Also, Justice Alito attacks media in a new secret recording. Plus, recent Nevada polls show strong support for abortion access. And President Biden is slightly favored in a new 2024 forecast. Neal Katyal, Rep. James Clyburn, Kelley Robinson, Sen. Jacky Rosen, Ben Wikler, and Sandy Rindy join Jonathan Capehart.

Duration:00:41:58

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Lawrence: Alito tapes prove justice isn't telling the truth about flag controversy

6/10/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump attends a virtual probation interview ahead of his July 11 sentencing in the hush money case. Also, the new season of Rachel Maddow’s podcast, “Ultra,” reveals the history of the ultra-right’s reach into American politics. And jury deliberations in Hunter Biden’s gun trial resume Tuesday. Andrew Weissmann and Rachel Maddow join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:39:21

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BONUS: Season 2 of “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra”

6/10/2024
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of the second season of the award-winning original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra.” In the chart-topping second season, Rachel Maddow returns to uncover the shocking history of the ultra-right’s reach into American politics. Listen to the entire first episode now, and follow the show to get the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/rmpust_fdlw. You can also subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access to every episode the Friday before it drops, and ad-free listening to all episodes of Ultra seasons one and two.

Duration:00:06:34

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Lawrence: Trump didn’t understand D-Day’s ‘bravery and devotion to duty.’

6/6/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: President Biden links WWII and the Ukraine war in a D-Day address. Also, a judge orders Steve Bannon to report to prison on July 1. Plus, Florida Sen. Rick Scott lies about the Senate’s contraception bill. And Democrats are defending the North Carolina governorship in a tight race. Timothy Snyder, Glenn Kirschner, fmr Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, and North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:41:30

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Lawrence: Trump is losing his guns

6/5/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg opposes Donald Trump’s request to lift the gag order in the hush money case. Also, Justice Alito refuses to recuse from January 6 cases over the flag scandals. Plus, Senate Republicans block a bill protecting contraception access. And President Biden is in France to give a D-Day anniversary speech. Adam Klasfeld, Andrew Weissmann, Susan Sullivan, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, and Simon Rosenberg join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:41:39

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Lawrence: Republicans' pledge of allegiance is a lie. Their allegiance is to Trump.

6/4/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Attorney General Merrick Garland testifies to the House Judiciary Committee. Also, NBC News projects Sen. Jon Tester will face Republican Tim Sheehy in the U.S. Senate race in Montana. And NBC News projects Democrat Rep. Andy Kim wins the New Jersey Senate primary. Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, Rep. Adam Schiff, Sen. Jon Tester, and Rep. Andy Kim join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:42:15

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Lawrence: Alvin Bragg taught Sunday school while Trump lied to Fox

6/3/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump faces sentencing on July 11 for 34 felony counts. Also, the Supreme Court has yet to rule on Trump’s immunity claim. And Dr. Fauci testifies in a hearing about the origins of Covid. Andrew Weissmann, Lisa Rubin, Adam Klasfeld, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Raul Ruiz join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:39:47

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Trump Found Guilty on All 34 Felony Charges

6/1/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: A newly convicted Donald Trump rants against the American judicial system. The Biden campaign condemns these “dangerous” attacks on the justice system, saying “We saw that no one is above the law.” Adam Klasfeld, Andrew Weissmann, and Lisa Rubin join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:46:30

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Jury begins deliberating in Trump hush money trial

5/29/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Judge Merchan delivers jury instructions in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Also, the classified documents case judge denies Jack Smith’s motion to stop Trump’s attacks on law enforcement. Plus, President Biden and Vice President Harris court Black voters in Philadelphia. And Biden performs stronger in polls among likely voters. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Klasfeld, Bradley Moss, Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, Pennsylvania Rep. Joanna McClinton, and Simon Rosenberg join Katie Phang.

Duration:00:42:26

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Trump hush money case heads to jury following instructions

5/28/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Closing arguments conclude in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Klasfeld, and Lisa Rubin join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:42:15

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Closing arguments in Trump’s hush money trial Tuesday

5/27/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Jack Smith urges Judge Cannon to modify the conditions of Donald Trump’s release in the classified documents case after his attacks on the FBI. Also, dozens are killed in the Rafah camp after an Israeli airstrike. Plus, President Biden honors U.S. troops as Trump attacks E. Jean Carroll and judges in a Memorial Day message. Vladimir Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine is now in its third year. Louisiana becomes the first state to classify abortion pills as controlled dangerous substances. A new book by Eddie Glaude, Jr. explores how ordinary Americans can help achieve a more perfect democracy. And Texas’ first openly LBGTQ+ state senator is running for reelection. Joyce Vance, Bradley Moss, Allie Raffa, Kelley Robinson, Rep. Barbara Lee, Amb. Michael McFaul, Glenn Kirschner, Ryan Reilly, Kaitlyn Joshua, Mini Timmaraju, Raf Sanchez, Eddie Glaude, and Texas Sen. Molly Cook join Katie Phang.

Duration:01:25:05

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Lawrence: If Alito were a congressman, he'd be heckling Biden with Marjorie Taylor Greene

5/23/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Chief Justice Roberts is urged to act amid new scandals. Also, Donald Trump lies about the FBI search in a new fundraising email. Plus, Democrats call for new Supreme Court ethics rules. And Rep. Jim McGovern is ruled out of order on the House floor for listing Trump’s legal cases. Laurence Tribe, Andrew Weissmann, and Jamelle Bouie join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:43:41

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Lawrence: Are Trump's donors really as stupid as Donald Trump believes they are?

5/22/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: New details in the Trump classified documents case are revealed in unsealed court records. Also, GOP Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoes a bill on birth control access. Plus, The New York Times reports Justice Samuel Alito displayed two flags used by January 6 supporters. And Sen. Ted Cruz tries to court Democrats in a bid to win his reelection. Andrew Weissmann, Bradley Moss, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Colin Allred join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:43:19

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Lawrence: Trump lawyers put an uncouth buffoon on the stand to defend an uncouth buffoon

5/21/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s defense rests its case after calling two witnesses. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Klasfeld, and Lisa Rubin join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:41:57

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Lawrence: Trump defense's lone witness Robert Costello was 'utterly contemptuous'

5/20/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: The prosecution rests its case in Donald Trump’s criminal trial. Andrew Weissmann, Lisa Rubin, and Adam Klasfeld join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Duration:00:42:00

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Ali Velshi: Trump has conditioned Republicans to spread his American carnage

5/17/2024
Tonight on The Last Word: A GOP-led House Oversight Committee hearing descends into chaos. Also, Donald Trump continues to spread lies about his criminal cases. Plus, Democrats call on Justice Alito to recuse himself from January 6 cases. And the Dow closes above 40,000 for the first time in history. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Stuart Stevens, Joyce Vance, Rep. Eric Swalwell, and Robert Reich join Ali Velshi.

Duration:00:42:42