The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell Lawrence: RFK Jr., the most dangerous nepo baby in American history, testified today not under oath
Sep 5, 2025
Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia and former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger, who's running for governor of Virginia, dive into pressing political issues. They discuss the controversial legacy of RFK Jr., emphasizing the risks of nepotism in politics. The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's unconstitutional tariffs, revealing their negative impact on American families and the economy. They also analyze the critical Virginia gubernatorial race, highlighting its significance for national political trends and the urgent need for voter mobilization.
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Nepotism Over Qualifications
- Lawrence O'Donnell argues RFK Jr. is an unqualified HHS Secretary who relied on family name over merit.
- He links Kennedy's background and addiction history to incompetence in managing public health responsibilities.
Anti-Vax Rhetoric Has Real Consequences
- O'Donnell and guests highlight RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine rhetoric as actively harmful.
- They connect his public lies to rising measles deaths and public-health risk.
Epstein Plane Claims And Contradictions
- O'Donnell recounts RFK Jr.'s ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell with changing flight claims.
- He cites Maxwell's trial testimony that contradicts her denials about wrongdoing on Epstein flights.