Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Lawrence O'Donnell & Ben Terris
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Jan 28, 2026 
Lawrence O'Donnell, MSNBC political commentator known for Senate procedure expertise; Ben Terris, New York Magazine long-form political reporter. They dig into ICE's aggressive tactics and accountability in immigration enforcement. They also discuss reporting on Donald Trump's health, odd Oval Office moments, image management, and how staff spin public perception.
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White House Leaks Shift Blame
- Stephen Miller and other White House figures leaked false claims to shift blame for ICE actions.
- Lawrence O'Donnell says internal infighting can help remove harmful actors like Miller and Noem.
ICE Morale Collapsed
- ICE morale plunged amid long hours, quotas, and public outrage after deadly operations.
- Molly Jong Fast highlights public hatred and accountability failures driving agent unrest.
Courts Push Back On ICE
- The court threatened contempt for ICE leadership after repeated violations of orders.
- Lawrence O'Donnell warns this is part of a slow-rolling constitutional crisis.