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by Lawrence O'Donnell, MS NOW
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.
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- 5 days ago44 min
Lawrence: Trump tried to crush Cassidy Hutchinson. He failed.
Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump Justice Department fails to indict former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson. Also, Trump focuses on a GOP senator’s body instead of key issues. Plus, Rep. Mike Lawler campaigns with Speaker Johnson in New York. And Elon Musk pours nearly $500 million into saving Republicans in the midterms. Andrew Weissmann, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, Cait Conley, and Alex Gibney 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 6 days ago40 min
Lawrence: Trump's response to Obama’s criticism on the campaign trail is, 'I don't give a damn'
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats put Republicans on defense in deep red states. Also, the Trump Justice Department charges James Comey again after two failed attempts. Plus, House Judiciary Cmte. Democrats release a new report on Trump & Epstein. And the Justice Department sues to block Alaska Senate results if Republicans lose. Scott Colom, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Mary Peltola 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Dem majority would focus on affordability, corruption
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats prepare for Donald Trump to defy the midterm results. Also, Trump’s coalition cracks as Democrats target Florida. Plus, Arizona water rights become a major issue in the 2026 midterms. And Democrats’ path to a House majority runs through Pennsylvania. Timothy Snyder, Rep. Joe Neguse, David Jolly, Rep. Maxwell Frost, Gov. Katie Hobbs, and Mayor Paige Cognetti join Jonathan Capehart. 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Lawrence: Elon Musk threatens Democrats in Congress saying, ‘Live by the sword, die by the sword’
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats ready investigations if they win control of the House. Also, a new book examines DOGE’s impact on the U.S. government. Plus, early voting is underway in the Iowa midterm elections. And a Nevada House seat never won by a Democrat is now in play. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Michael Lewis, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Teresa Benitez-Thompson 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Lawrence: Trump's envoy called Putin a 'humanitarian,' and Trump's spineless quislings stayed silent
Tonight on The Last Word: Voters are frustrated with Donald Trump's economy ahead of midterms. Also, Sherrod Brown is polling ahead of Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate race. And Democrats target the Senate seat in deep-red South Carolina. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Dr. Annie Andrews, and Sherrod Brown 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Lawrence: Trump & Hegseth 'not telling how much damage there really was' by Iran war to Navy base
Tonight on The Last Word: Families discuss the “chaotic” evacuation of a U.S. Navy base. Also, Donald Trump attacks Ukraine while waiving sanctions on Russia. And the cost of Trump’s economy is a key issue in the Maine Senate race. Priya Sridhar, Rep. Chris Deluzio, David Rothkopf, and Troy Jackson 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 1 weeks ago42 min
Lawrence: Trump's case for a GOP candidate, 'I examined his ass,' is another example of his madness
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is forced to campaign in Kansas amid record low polls. Also, Elon Musk pours millions into Texas GOP races. Plus, Trump says, “Russia has been fine on Ukraine.” And South Carolina early voting begins in a key Senate Race. Adam Hamilton, Texas State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Sen. Raphael Warnock 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago42 min
Musk gives $158M+ trying to salvage GOP’s midterms chances
Tonight on The Last Word: Georgia breaks records for early midterm voting this week. Also, the “No Kings” rallies on Saturday will focus on mobilizing early voting. Plus, Republican House incumbents are fading in key swing districts. And a new Fox poll finds 54% of voters backing Democrats for Congress. Keisha Lance Bottoms, Leah Greenberg, Anderson Clayton, Rebecca Bennett, and Sean McCann join Jonathan Capehart. 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 company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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