The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

John Garamendi, a U.S. Representative from California, discusses shocking footage of military boat strikes and urges public hearings for accountability. Rachel Van Landingham, a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel, analyzes the legal implications of the strikes, highlighting potential violations. Melanie Stansbury delves into the looming health care crisis, attributing it to Republican policy failures. Michael McFaul, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, emphasizes the need for strong support against Putin's ambitions in Ukraine as diplomatic efforts falter.

Mark Warner, the Vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, and retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling join the discussion, shedding light on a controversial boat strike incident. Warner describes a classified video of the victims as chilling, stressing their incapacitation and calling for transparency. Hertling warns about the dangers of military rhetoric and emphasizes the need for accountability. They also tackle the economic impact of Trump's tariffs, with insights on how they negatively affect American businesses.

In this discussion, Ro Khanna, a U.S. Representative from California focused on financial transparency, emphasizes the significance of newly released Epstein photos to push for DOJ accountability. Chuck Schumer, Senate Democratic Leader, criticizes Secretary Hegseth's dangerous leadership and its implications for servicemen. Adam Smith, a top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee, highlights serious national security concerns and calls for transparency after troubling reports about military strikes. The episode dives deep into the intersection of politics, transparency, and defense.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats are fired up after a close race in the Tennessee Special Election. And Democrats call for an investigation into Sec. of Defense Pete Hegseth's strike orders. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Robert Garcia, and Sen. Adam Schiff 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: Fallout grows over a report of Pete Hegseth’s alleged order to “kill everybody.” Also, Rachel Maddow’s latest podcast, “Burn Order,” explores the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans. And Amanda Gorman takes on a new role as a UNICEF Ambassador. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rachel Maddow, and Amanda Gorman 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.

Rachel Maddow’s new series lays bare one of the most shocking decisions in American history. It’s story that reveals how an executive order authorizing the mass roundup of innocent Japanese Americans came to be, the powerful players who engineered it, and the burn order that tried to erase it from history.Stay right here to listen to a special preview of “Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order.” And for the full episode, search for “Burn Order” and follow the show. 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: Republicans are divided on how to handle health care and affordability. Also, 21 states sue over Donald Trump’s SNAP cuts for legal immigrants. And Trump faces legal resistance. Ken Dilanian, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Nicole Santa Cruz, Sister Simone Campbell, Marc Santia, Rob D'Amico, and Skye Perryman 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.

In this discussion, Rep. Brendan Boyle dives into the chaos of GOP healthcare reversals and the ramifications of their tax policies. Adam Schiff emphasizes the need for oversight on bribery probes and the potential misuse of agencies to silence dissent. Nick Kristof highlights the dire humanitarian impacts of USAID cuts, stressing a call to action for donations to alleviate suffering caused by U.S. policy. Together, they explore the simmering tension within the Republican Party as Trump looms large over their future.

Tonight on The Last Word: Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will resign from Congress. Also, a Fox poll finds Donald Trump’s approval on the economy hits a new low. Plus, officials ousted or fired from Trump’s Justice Department detail the damage done to DOJ. And a Democrat seeks a historic flip in a deep-red Tennessee district. Rep. Eugene Vindman, Heather Long, Emily Bazelon, and Tennessee State Rep. Aftyn Behn 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.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Justice Department has 29 days to release the Epstein files. Also, the U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.4%. And Congress has a December 31 deadline to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits. Andrew Weissmann, Rep. Brendan Boyle, and Sen. Tammy Baldwin 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.