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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
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
January 6th Insurrection
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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: Trump ally Steve Bannon calls for ICE at polling sites. Also, Democratic governors condemn Donald Trump’s threat to “nationalize” elections. And in a New York Times op-ed, Reece Jones says “the border patrol is the problem.”... more

Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels were once at odds as White House staffer and White House reporter. Now they’re friends and colleagues—each co-hosting their own shows at MS NOW. But their off-air conversations are where the real action is. ... more

Tonight on The Last Word: Tom Homan says 700 immigration officers will leave Minnesota. Also, Steve Bannon says ICE will “surround the polls” in November. Plus, a lawsuit alleges Donald Trump cut tunnel funding in New Jersey and New York for politica... more

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats hold a forum on the violent tactics used by Donald Trump’s Department of Homeland Security. Rep. Jamie Raskin joins Lawrence O’Donnell.

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Recent Guests

Professor Timothy Snyder
Historian and author
University of Toronto
Episode: Lawrence: How will you say ‘no’ to Donald Trump and Stephen Miller’s cruelty?
Nancy Lacore
Retired Rear Admiral and Candidate for Congress
Candidate for Congress in South Carolina
Episode: Minnesotans stage strike to protest Trump ICE surge
Anderson Clayton
Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party
North Carolina Democratic Party
Episode: Minnesotans stage strike to protest Trump ICE surge
Lawrence Lessig
Professor at Harvard Law School and campaign finance reform advocate
Harvard Law School
Episode: Minnesotans stage strike to protest Trump ICE surge
Ed Davey
Leader of the Liberal Democrats in the UK.
UK Parliament
Episode: Lawrence: Trump publicly threatens Greenland to hide from questions about Epstein
Mark Carney
Prime Minister of Canada.
Government of Canada
Episode: Lawrence: Trump publicly threatens Greenland to hide from questions about Epstein
Tom Maloney
Co-author of a report on Donald Trump's finances for Bloomberg News.
Bloomberg News
Episode: Lawrence: Trump publicly threatens Greenland to hide from questions about Epstein
Ami Bera
Democrat of California and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Intelligence Committee.
United States Congress
Episode: Lawrence: Trump publicly threatens Greenland to hide from questions about Epstein
David Noriega
National reporter for MS NOW discussing the ICE incidents and political fallout in Minneapolis
MS NOW
Episode: Gov. Walz & Mayor Frey blast Trump DOJ investigations

Host

Lawrence O'Donnell
Host with extensive experience on the Senate Finance Committee and an Emmy-winning producer. Brings insights into political analysis and governance.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • Thank you!

    Thanks for your commitment to in-depth news coverage and commentary. This is needed more than ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karategal1210
    United States20 days ago
  • William Sascha Riley

    Please look into this man’s recorded testimony on YouTube about Trump’s and others’ sexual abuse of him and other children, some of whom were murdered.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2catzRFun
    United States22 days ago
  • Kindness

    What a kind person Lawrence is very articulate thank you for being a voice of truth and integrity

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stanley’s mum
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Pete Hegseth

    Hegseth comes across as a prancing, foolish man. He is an embarrassment to the US military and the whole of the nation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antimony 57
    Australia25 days ago
  • So Jonathan Ross

    Is an idiot. Is that a defense to murder? He sticks his arm in a car and has issues. Six months later, he moves to stand in front of a moving car and shoots the driver. He may be found guilty and spend time in prison on a state murder charge.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United Statesa month ago

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Many find the insights from guests to be knowledgeable and relevant to current politics.
Listeners appreciate the host's ability to communicate complex political issues in an engaging manner.
While some praise the commitment to in-depth news coverage, concerns have been raised about accessibility due to recent changes to paywalls.
Audience members value the emphasis on accountability in political discourse, contributing to a sense of informed activism.
Overall, there is a strong expectation for factual accuracy and robust discussion surrounding major political events.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#175
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#30
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#141
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#29
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#87
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#64
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lawrence: How will you say ‘no’ to Donald Trump and Stephen Miller’s cruelty?
Q: What is the political logic of Trump's violent lawlessness?
To build tyranny, there must be zones where the law doesn't apply, spreading the idea that in America, at any time, there can be a zone of exception.
DHS tells Congress two federal agents fired shots at Alex Pretti
Q: What would be the legal implications of Christine Noem trying to continue her lie in a report like this to Congress?
She might not want to be impeached for it to start off with it. She might not want a bipartisan condemnation for lying to Congress. And she might not want to be prosecuted herself.
Minnesota sues DHS to preserve evidence in Pretti killing
Q: How does the presence of federal agents complicate the prosecution?
If a case like this is removed to federal court, we, the local prosecutors, would still be the prosecutors on the case.
Minnesota sues DHS to preserve evidence in Pretti killing
Q: What is your focus in the homicide investigation of the killing of Alex Pretti?
We are focused on what actually happened there at the scene, including the actions of both Alex Pretti and the ICE agents.
Lawrence: If Nixon was "our long national nightmare," Davos proves Trump is the world's nightmare now
Q: What can you tell us about your investigation of the killing of Renee Goode?
The subpoenas demand records and practices regarding immigration, clearly trying to intimidate us here in Minnesota.

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Focusing on pressing political issues, this podcast often examines the interactions between significant political figures and current events, particularly concerning accountability in governance. Key topics include the scandal surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and its implications for political ethics, as well as critical analyses of former President Donald Trump's actions and administration. Episodes frequently feature interviews with various political leaders and experts who provide insights into ongoing legislative matters, electoral dynamics, and relevant socio-political themes, paralleling them with historical events to deepen understanding. The engaging dialogue reflects a strong commitment to transparency and the necessity for integrity in... more

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4. Lawrence Lessig
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