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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

By: 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.2019 NBC News Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Iran missiles fired at U.S. base in Qatar intercepted

    Iran missiles fired at U.S. base in Qatar intercepted
    Jun 24 2025

    Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports Iranian state TV is announcing a ceasefire with Israel. Sen. Mark Kelly, Amb. Wendy Sherman, Trita Parsi, and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling join Lawrence O’Donnell.
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    34 mins
  • Republicans downplay Medicaid cuts in budget bill

    Republicans downplay Medicaid cuts in budget bill
    Jun 21 2025

    Tonight on The Last Word: GOP Medicaid cuts put vulnerable children at risk. Also, JD Vance visits Los Angeles amid the outrage over ICE raids. Plus, Donald Trump bullies companies to eat the cost of Trump tariffs. And journalist John Harwood says the press has a duty to report on Trump’s harm to the United States. Elena Hung, Betsey Stevenson, Rep. Nanette Barragán, Scott Lincicome, and John Harwood join Catherine Rampell.
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    43 mins
  • Trump lashes out at Fox poll with low approval ratings

    Trump lashes out at Fox poll with low approval ratings
    Jun 20 2025

    Tonight on The Last Word: Rep. Jamie Raskin demands an investigation into the FBI’s role in Sen. Padilla’s detention. Plus, a new poll shows growing outrage over Trump’s sweeping deportations. Also, Trump’s tariffs are making life more expensive for Americans. And Nippon Steel completes its acquisition of U.S Steel. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Patrick Gaspard, Ron Insana, Lauren Hirsch, and Bridget Brink join Catherine Rampell.
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    42 mins
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