The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump Justice Department accuses Democratic Minnesota officials of immigration obstruction. Also, Maria Corina Machado meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. And Trump spent his first year back in office enriching himself. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Ami Bera, and Tom Maloney 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens tariffs on eight European countries. Also, a federal judge limits ICE action against Minneapolis protesters. Plus, millions of Epstein documents remain unreleased by Trump’s Justice Department. And Trump fails to deliver on his promise to lower health care costs. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: MS NOW reports the Department of Homeland Security fired at people in cars at least 14 times since July. Also, Democrats criticize Donald Trump’s extreme actions on immigration. Plus, Trump and Republicans continue to make America less affordable. And Trump claims Iran halted 800 scheduled executions. David Noriega, Barbara McQuade, Rep. Greg Casar, Rebecca Cooke, and Amb. Michael McFaul join Ali Velshi. 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act again. Also, Democrats demand answers from banks about Jeffrey Epstein transfers. Plus, Trump’s hollow “healthcare plan” is short on specifics. And Democratic lawmakers stand by their “illegal orders” video to troops. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Mark Pocan, and Rep. Chris Deluzio 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Department of Homeland Security confirms a new non-fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis. Plus, Obamacare enrollment drops by 1.4 million as premiums rise. Also, Trump escalates his fight with the Federal Reserve. Senator Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Brendan Boyle, Jason Furman, and Lt. Gen Mark Hertling 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration’s handling of the Minnesota ICE shooting probe sparks Justice Department resignations. Also, the FBI has not released the recordings of Tom Homan accepting a $50K bribe. Plus, Donald Trump dismisses affordability as a “fake word.” And millions of Epstein documents are still unreleased by Trump's Justice Department. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Rep. Ro Khanna 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegseth over his censure. Also, Donald Trump calls Sen. Elizabeth Warren after her speech on affordability. Plus, the Trump Justice Department subpoenas the Federal Reserve in a criminal probe over Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony. And Trump defends the Department of Homeland Security’s use of deadly force in Minnesota. Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, and Sen. Ruben Gallego 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Minnesota prosecutors seek evidence from the fatal ICE shooting. Also, the December jobs report caps off a sluggish year for the U.S. labor market. Plus, Democrats introduce a bill to limit Trump's action in Venezuela. And Donald Trump claims his “own morality” is his only limit to global power. Josh Einiger, Rep. Angie Craig, Heather Long, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Bishop William J. Barber II 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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Tonight on The Last Word: Minnesota officials reject the narrative that the deadly ICE shooting was justified. Also, Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie ask a federal judge to step in on the Epstein files release. And the House passes a bill restoring Affordable Care Act subsidies for three years. Laurence Tribe, Kirk Burkhalter, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Rep. Brendan Boyle 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: A 37-year-old woman is shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Also, Sen. Ed Markey questions oil executives over Trump-Venezuela relations. And the House Oversight Committee issues subpoenas in the Epstein case. Marq Claxton, Cedric Alexander, Rob D’Amico, Sen. Ed Markey, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats hold a hearing to mark five years since the January 6 insurrection. Also, Pete Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly over his “illegal orders” video. And Jacob Soboroff’s new book, “Firestorm,” reflects on the Los Angeles fires one year later. Andrew Weissmann, Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jacob Soboroff 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats condemn Donald Trump over the Venezuela attack. Also, Marco Rubio dodges legal authority questions on Venezuela. And Jack Smith says there is “powerful evidence” that Trump “willfully” kept classified documents. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Andrew Weissmann 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Polls show voters are furious at the start of the midterm year. Also, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani promises to govern “audaciously.” Plus, Iran protests are growing amid a deepening economic crisis. And lawmakers threaten Attorney General Pam Bondi with contempt over incomplete Epstein files. Timothy Snyder, Robert Reich, Bobby Ghosh, Rep. Adam Smith, and Lisa Rubin join Ali Velshi. 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Epstein files play a key role in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s falling out with Donald Trump. Also, the Supreme Court blocks the National Guard deployment to Chicago. Plus, the overall U.S. unemployment ticked up to 4.6%. And The Washington Post reports hundreds of North Carolina residents signed up for FEMA buyouts after Hurricane Helene, but none have been approved. Rep. Ro Khanna, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Barbara McQuade, Jared Bernstein, and fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper join Ali Velshi. 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Lawmakers discuss legal action against the Trump Justice Department. Also, an email refutes Donald Trump’s claim that he was never on Jeffrey Epstein’s jet. Plus, the U.S. strikes another boat, alleging drug-smuggling. And Lawrence shares an important lesson on the value of listening. Rep. Robert Garcia, David Enrich, and Rep. Adam Smith 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Epstein survivors speak out after the Trump Justice Department releases the files. And a KIND Fund scholarship recipient shares her hopes and dreams after she completes her education. Jena-Lisa Jones, Marina Lacerda, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Bradley Edwards 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats explore legal options over the partial Epstein files release. Also, Donald Trump takes his broken economic message to North Carolina. Plus, GOP divisions grow as lawmakers head home. And Jack Smith demands a public hearing to defend the Trump indictments. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Lisa Rubin, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, fmr. Rep. David Jolly, and Melissa Murray join Ali Velshi. 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump addresses the nation as his approval rating hits a record low. Also, Jack Smith defends the Trump indictments in a closed-door testimony. Plus, Sen. Amy Klobuchar grills the FCC’s Brendan Carr in a Senate hearing. And Democrats push for the full release of the boat strike video. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. Daniel Goldman, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and Rep. Jim Himes 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: Vanity Fair interviews with Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveal new pain points in the administration. Plus, Wiles claims Trump was unaware of Ghislaine Maxwell's prison transfer, and that Pam Bondi "completely whiffed" handling the Epstein files. Also, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth refuses to release full unedited boat strike video. Nicholas Kristof, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jonathan Capehart 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.