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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Author: Lawrence O'Donnell, MSNBC

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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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Tonight on The Last Word: Trump reposts a claim by a FOX host about the jury pool in his New York criminal trial. Also, Trump defends his $175m bond in his New York civil fraud case. And, Senate Democrats end the Republicans' push to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Plus, Arizona Republican U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake says her state's abortion ban is no big deal because "you can drive three hours that way." Andrew Weissmann, Adam Pollock, Rep. Daniel Goldman (D-NY), and Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) join Lawrence O'Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: The first seven jurors are seated in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Also, the Supreme Court hears a case that may impact Trump’s January 6 charges. And President Biden visits his hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania for a campaign stop. Adam Klasfeld, Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Katie Porter, Neal Katyal, and Mayor Paige Cognetti join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump becomes the first former president to go on trial. Also, Trump’s financial woes grow as the New York criminal trial begins. And Vice President Harris hits the GOP on reproductive rights in Nevada. Adam Klasfeld, Andrew Weissmann, Tim O’Brien, and Simon Rosenberg join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump and Speaker Johnson falsely tie border security to voting. Also, Vice President Harris slams the Arizona abortion ban. Plus, Tennessee Senate Republicans advance a bill to arm teachers a year after a deadly Nashville school shooting. And President Biden is using his cash advantage to target key voting blocs. Rep. Madeleine Dean, Perry Stein, Bradley Moss, AZ state Sen. Eva Burch, Beth Gebhard, and TN state Rep. Justin J. Pearson join Katie Phang.
Tonight on The Last Word: Jury selection begins on Monday for Donald Trump’s first criminal trial. Also, Trump and Republicans deflect on abortion after the Arizona ruling. Plus, President Biden announces a new student loan relief plan and a new rule to close the “gun show loophole.” And PBS releases an “American Masters” episode on former Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan. Barbara McQuade, Glenn Kirschner, Rep. Abigail Spanberger, and Rep. James Clyburn join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Three Republican presidents led to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Also, historians publish an amicus brief rejecting Donald Trump’s immunity claim. Plus, a judge denies Trump’s third attempt this week to stop his first criminal trial. And Democrats fight to protect reproductive rights in Wisconsin. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Neal Katyal, Professor Jack Rakove, Adam Klasfeld, Harry Litman, and Sen. Tammy Baldwin join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: The Arizona Supreme Court rules a near-total abortion ban from 1864 is enforceable. Also, a judge denies Donald Trump’s efforts to stop his criminal trial. And Sen. Chuck Schumer calls on Speaker Johnson to bring the Ukraine aid bill for a vote. Governor Katie Hobbs, Alexis McGill Johnson, Harry Litman, Professor Jack Rakove, and Rep. Eric Swalwell join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is “proud” of his role in overturning Roe v. Wade. Also, Jack Smith urges the Supreme Court to reject Trump’s immunity claims. And global protests erupt as the Gaza war hits the half-year mark. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Colin Allred, Joyce Vance, and Thomas Friedman join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: House Republicans continue to hold up Ukraine aid. Also, Donald Trump ramps up anti-immigrant rhetoric ahead of November. Plus, the economy adds 303,000 jobs in March. And the No Labels group ends its push to find a presidential candidate to challenge Pres. Biden and Donald Trump. Adm. James Stavridis, Marci Shore, Rep. Robert Garcia, Robert Reich, and Rahna Epting join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: The Justice Department spars with the Trump-appointed judge in the classified documents case. Also, Simon Rosenberg says Democrats can win in 2024. Plus, President Biden plans to meet with the families of the Baltimore bridge collapse victims Friday. And the White House reports Biden made it clear to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that an immediate ceasefire in Gaza is needed. Laurence Tribe, Neal Katyal, Simon Rosenberg, Tom Perez, and Peter Beinart join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump has a long history of using violent rhetoric. Also, Jack Smith signals a willingness to ask the 11th Circuit to intervene in the Trump classified documents case. Plus, Trump Media loses billions as its stock price plunges. And President Biden is expected to speak with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday. Timothy Snyder, Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, Sheelah Kolhatker, and David Rothkopf join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: A Michigan bill strengthens IVF and surrogacy protections. Also, Biden and Trump have won their respective primaries in Wisconsin, NBC News protects. Plus, President Biden is “outraged” by the killing of aid workers in Gaza. And moves by a Trump-appointed judge are slowing down the classified documents case. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Ben Wikler, Noga Tarnopolsky, Andrew Weissmann, and Bradley Moss join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: NY judge puts Trump “on notice” in a gag order expansion. Also, the Florida Supreme Court allows an abortion measure on the ballot. Plus, Texas Democrats remind voters of Ted Cruz’s abortion record. And President Joe Biden plans to visit Baltimore this Friday following the bridge collapse. Joyce Vance, Harry Litman, Dan Alexander, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Rep. Daniel Goldman, Rep. Colin Allred, and Will Bunch join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: The Biden campaign opens a field office in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Also, Liz Cheney slams the Supreme Court for delaying Donald Trump’s January 6 trial. Plus, a federal judge speaks out after Trump attacks a New York judge. A new bill seeks to block indicted political leaders from accessing classified information. And Presidents Biden, Obama and Clinton join together for a massive fundraiser event at Radio City Music Hall. Sen. Bob Casey, Rep. Andy Kim, Andrew Weissmann, and Mike Memoli join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is hit with a gag order ahead of the New York criminal trial. Also, the U.S. says Israel wants to schedule their canceled meeting. Plus, Democrat Marilyn Lands flips an Alabama state house seat campaigning on abortion rights. And Florida Democrats are also looking to secure wins by making abortion rights a key campaign issue in November. Joyce Vance, Susanne Craig, Aaron David Miller, AL Rep. Marilyn Lands, and FL Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: North Carolina emerges as a battleground state for Democrats. Also, the Supreme Court hears arguments on abortion pill access. Plus, Donald Trump endorses a $59.99 Bible as his legal bills grow. And the Israeli defense minister discusses the Rafah operation with the Biden administration. Gov. Roy Cooper, Neal Katyal, Stephanie Ruhle, and Norm Ornstein join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s first criminal trial begins April 15. Also, Trump’s civil fraud case bond is lowered to $175 million. Plus, Trump spirals on social media as his criminal trial looms. And the United Nations passes its first resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, Adam Pollock, Tim O’Brien, Richard Stengel, and Peter Beinart join Lawrence O’Donnell.
In a special Defendant Trump edition of The Last Word, MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell analyzes the ongoing legal peril for Donald Trump, including Trump struggling to secure $464M as his civil fraud bond deadline looms. Andrew Weissmann, Tim O’Brien, Mark Zauderer, Rep. Eric Swalwell, and Daniel Shaviro join.
Tonight on The Last Word: Right-wing groups are focused on judges and courts in 2024. Also, New York Attorney General Letitia James reportedly takes the first step to seize Trump assets. And former Senator and Knicks legend Bill Bradley examines his life and career in a new film. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Adam Pollock, Glenn Kirschner, and Bill Bradley join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: National security experts sound the alarm over Donald Trump’s debt. Also, Democrats tout President Biden’s policy achievements in Arizona. Plus, the House Democratic Caucus elects Rep. Joe Neguse as Assistant Leader. And conservative media outlets try to explain away Trump’s “blood bath” comment. Amb. Susan Rice, Andrew Weissmann, Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Joe Neguse, and Brian Klaas join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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ID21816987

I love Lawrence presentations. He has command of English language and he is just the only one who dares to call Trump and co what they really are. As for me, Trump is a BINO( Billionaire In Name Only)

Mar 22nd
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Vinnie Krieger

When SCUTUS considers these questions, simply change Trump's name for Biden and see how they will look at it.

Feb 29th
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David Neal Swingle

Wishful thinking.

Feb 24th
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Joan Panzella

For me, this totally ties it together with the Zeitgeist of it all. It's Keith O's pro-democracy righteous rage rant on YouTube. He's plainly aware-and as usual, weaves his unique position in the media landscape with his equally unique, caring, snarky, curmudgeonly wordsmith eloquence on the current state of affairs. His rant, specifically went where most fear to tread, and IMHO, it's *always* in his attempts to defibrillate goodness and all that radiates from it. http://tinyurl.com/4tz5ee6b

Feb 9th
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Jan 27th
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Dec 20th
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Alisia Barbour

Majorkas totally made Hawley look like the douchecanoe he is.

Nov 1st
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Yvonne Masters

This interview with this extraordinary woman is one of those that will live on forever. Your carefulness and appreciation of her situation was so respectful. You have such a beautiful gift Lawrence.

Sep 27th
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John Walsh

Trump demonstrates how the law was never intended for rich and powerful people.

Aug 12th
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Ed Potter

Is she trying to become dislodged from this case? 😉

Aug 8th
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John Walsh

If Trump gets re-elected America can expect to see purges and Stalinist showtrials

Aug 5th
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Yvonne Masters

From Australia here. This manipulative public menace should be shut down immediately. He is where he is by his own mouth. If someone one relied on a gun to get their way and hold their force, what would the court say? Guns gone! . Gag that stupid, dangerous bastard and deal with the consequences. Far easier!

Aug 5th
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John Walsh

Of all of Trump's abuses perhaps the worst abuses are the excuses the GOP make for him.

Aug 3rd
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John Walsh

"Let me see that, I want to show you an example." Trump's first words suggest someone else in the room was already examining the classified document before handing it to Trump at his request.

Jun 29th
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Ed Potter

Cruelty is the point! This is Nero's last party and he has a gleeful crowd over to watch him continue to self immolate. When he finally wins his orange jumper, will he be annointed Donald Christo?

Jun 14th
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John Walsh

No fence is going to shield Chief Justice John Roberts' from such a scathing takedown as Lawrence O'D just delivered on tonight's broadcast.

May 25th
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John Walsh

if news networks are fact checking Trump after a lie, then the damage has been done.

May 12th
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John Walsh

Is it safe to profile MAGA supporters in full combat gear approaching schools or malls as potential mass shooters? And can good guys with phones call the cops before they start shooting?

May 9th
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Rich B

Joe Tackypenis is a disgusting example of the species.

Apr 28th
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Rich B

Is anyone else confused by the statement "the last word is coming up next" being immediately followed by "that was the last word"? It's mashing my swede. 🤪

Apr 26th
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