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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: A new report details what Mike Pence told Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team about interactions with Donald Trump before January 6. Also, Rep. George Santos could face a House expulsion vote this week. Plus, SAG-AFTRA releases a draft contract as members enter the final week of voting. And Lawrence explains how three dollars could help change the life of a student in Malawi. Neal Katyal, Harry Litman, Rep. Daniel Goldman and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Special Counsel Jack Smith cites threats to the New York Trump judge in an appeal over the gag order in the 2020 election case. Also, new details emerge about Trump’s last minute pardons. Plus, 11 more hostages are released after Israel and Hamas agree to a two-day ceasefire extension. And Chisomo Daimon shares her dream of becoming a pharmacist. Andrew Weissmann, Barbara McQuade and Ben Rhodes join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s rhetoric and policies echo authoritarian leaders. Also, Vladimir Putin faces western leaders’ criticisms at the Virtual G20 Leaders’ Summit. Plus, a new documentary reflects on the power of Black voters. Israel says the hostage release is delayed until at least Friday. And an MSNBC film, “Unconditional,” explores issues tied to mental health. Quentin Fulks, Kate DeGruyter, Amb. Michael McFaul, Charles Blow, David Noriega and Richard Lui join Symone Sanders-Townsend.
Tonight on The Last Word: New details about Pres. Biden’s role in the hostage deal.  Also, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis argues to revoke a Trump co-defendant’s bail. Plus, Defense Secretary Austin travels to Kyiv to announce a $100M military aid package for Ukraine. And former Trump White House and Trump administration officials say Donald Trump should not be president again. Ben Rhodes, Ronen Bergman, Gwen Keyes, Harry Litman and Timothy Snyder join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: A federal appeals court signals it could keep the Trump gag order in place for the 2020 election case brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith. Also, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis proposes August 5 for the Trump Georgia RICO trial. And Joyce Chisale provides an update on her journey through medical school in Malawi. Glenn Kirschner, Andrew Weissmann and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump remains the world’s biggest threat amid global chaos. Also, a Trump whistleblower announces his run for Congress. Plus, the UN Security Council calls for Gaza humanitarian pauses. And a new MSNBC documentary, “Periodical,” examines reproductive policies and culture. Joyce Vance, Ben Collins, Eugene Vindman, Noga Tarnopolsky, Nicholas Kristof, Madeleine Morales and Anusha Singh join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: The House Ethics Committee releases a scathing report on Rep. George Santos. Also, Donald Trump’s hush money case is set to begin in March 2024. Plus, Judge Cannon denies Special Counsel Jack Smith’s request for a hearing on Trump lawyers’ classified documents usage. And The Washington Post publishes photos of devastation caused by AR-15 shootings. Rep. Glenn Ivey, Rep. Robert Garcia, Glenn Kirschner, Barbara McQuade and Ryan Busse join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: President Biden announces major moves on fentanyl and military communications after meeting with China’s Xi Jinping. Also, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Plus, Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey is seeking a fourth term in the 2024 battleground. And members of Pussy Riot stage a protest against the Indiana abortion ban at the state Supreme Court. Ben Rhodes, Rick Stengel, Andrew Weissmann, Gwen Keyes, Sen. Bob Casey and Nadya Tolokonnikova join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis files for an emergency protective order after plea deal videos were leaked. Also, Special Counsel Jack Smith urges an appeals court to reinstate Donald Trump’s gag order. Plus, a Senate rule change could end GOP Sen. Tuberville’s military blockade. And NJ Democratic Rep. Andy Kim will primary embattled Sen. Bob Menendez who is defying calls for him to resign. Gwen Keyes, Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Rep. Andy Kim join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump attacks Jack Smith and his family while the partial gag order on him is temporarily suspended. Also, the Supreme Court adopts a conduct code amid the ethics scandals. And Democrat Gabe Amo is sworn in as Rhode Island’s first Black congressman. Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, Gwen Keyes, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Rep. Gabe Amo join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats and abortion rights win big in local elections. Also, parents help Democrats retake control of a Pennsylvania school board. Plus, the SAG-AFTRA board approves an historic deal to end the strike. And a judge denies Donald Trump’s request to delay the classified documents trial. PA Rep. Joanna McClinton, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Jane Cramer, Erin Reed, Justine Bateman and Bradley Moss join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: Ivanka Trump testifies in the New York civil fraud trial. Also, Trump’s lawyers argue that the appeals court should deny a partial gag order in Jack Smith’s DC federal prosecution of Trump. Plus, Democrats win full control of the Virginia legislature. And Ohioans vote in favor of protecting abortion rights. Adam Klasfeld, Faith Gay, Andrew Weissmann, Del. Charniele Herring, Heather Williams, Rep. Joyce Beatty and Rep. Emilia Sykes join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Abortion rights are expected to be a key issue in 2024. Also, Special Counsel Jack Smith responds to Donald Trump’s attempts to toss the 2020 case. Plus, the House votes to censure Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib. And Elizabeth Moynihan dies at 94 years old. Steve Kornacki, Sen. Sherrod Brown, Sen. Jon Tester, Neal Katyal and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump makes a crucial admission in the New York civil fraud trial. Also, Rachel Maddow discusses her new book, “Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism.” And Special Counsel Jack Smith rejects Trump’s efforts to dismiss the January 6 case. Adam Klasfeld, Mary Trump, Rachel Maddow, Glenn Kirschner and Barbara McQuade join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump embraces the fringe in his 2024 presidential campaign. Also, Trump’s lawyers get a gag order in the New York fraud trial. Plus, the U.S. economy adds 150,000 jobs in October. Secretary Blinken raises concerns about civilians caught in Gaza fighting. And President Biden pays his respects to the victims of the Maine mass shooting. Ryan Reilly, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Adam Klasfeld, Gene Sperling, Ronen Bergman and Mayor Carl Sheline join Ali Velshi.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump makes an appeal for an emergency stay on the Washington, D.C. gag order. Also, Eric and Donald Trump Jr. testify in the New York civil fraud trial. Plus, the House passes a bill Biden and Schumer have vowed to stop tying Israel aid to cuts at the IRS. And Russia capitalizes on the Israel-Hamas war as Congress stalls on aid for Ukraine. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Klasfeld, Tim O’Brien, Charles Blow and Timothy Snyder join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump Jr. testifies in the New York civil fraud trial. Also, a judge could delay Donald Trump’s classified documents trial. Plus, Maine gun laws come under scrutiny after the mass shooting. And evacuations from Gaza at the Rafah Border Crossing begin. Adam Klasfeld, Tim O’Brien, Bradley Moss, Glenn Kirschner, Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson, Ellison Barber and Nicholas Kristof join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: A federal judge reinstates the gag order on Donald Trump in the Washington, D.C. election case. Also, Israeli ground forces push deeper into Gaza. Plus, an election denier becomes the new GOP House speaker. And Mike Pence drops out of the 2024 presidential race. Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, Gwen Keyes, Ronen Bergman, Jamelle Bouie and Stuart Stevens join Lawrence O’Donnell.
Tonight on The Last Word: The trial for allowing Donald Trump on the 2024 Colorado ballot begins. Plus, Israeli forces are reportedly closing in on Gaza City. And House Republicans introduce a stand-alone Israel aid package separate from Ukraine aid. Neal Katyal, Paul Butler, Rep. Eric Swalwell, Ellison Barber, Ronen Bergman, and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell join Jonathan Capehart.
Officials in Maine announced that the mass shooting suspect Robert Card has been found dead by an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. MSNBC’s Jonathan Capehart is joined by Jonathan Dienst, Marissa Parra, Tom Winter, Frank Figliuzzi, Rep. Chellie Pingree, Carmen Best, Marla Hoffman, and Leroy Walker.
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Comments (189)

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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John Walsh

Expose Republican blood money from the gun lobby.

Apr 2nd
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Roberto krebbers

when it's better for people that the police is not reacting to some situations because of fear of people dying of police brutality...THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG

Jan 28th
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Rich B

I zoned out, was that 8 fucking minutes of Ukrainian? Tell me I'm going to have to visit YouTube to see the fucking SUBTITLES! 😠

Jan 4th
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Chris Iapetus

I love it. This was wonderful.

Dec 2nd
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Erin Saunders

Mondays episode..apparently accidentally uploaded

Nov 30th
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Rich B

"Boy Georgians" is a whole new tribe.

Nov 29th
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