The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump is humiliated on the global stage by his feud with Elon Musk. Also, Trump likens Russia and Ukraine to “children fighting.” And The Washington Port reports $12 million in U.S. foreign aid to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS may be destroyed. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Lt. General Mark Hertling, and Dr. Atul Gawande join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump enacts a new travel ban, restricting or limiting nationals from 19 countries. Also, the Congressional Budget Office estimates 16 million people will lose their health insurance under Trump’s budget plan. And Ukraine strikes more than 40 bombers inside Russia. Governor Kathy Hochul, Amb. Michael McFaul, and Lt. General Mark Hertling join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump ramps up attacks on Leonard Leo and the judges ruling against his agenda in court. Also, Trump seeks to end all federal contracts with Harvard University. And a Catholic editorial condemns a “reverse robin hood” Trump budget bill. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, E.J. Dionne, and Sister Simone Campbell join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Elon Musk’s time at DOGE is marked by a series of failures. Also, the ultra-wealthy buy influence with Donald Trump. And the Trump administration disbands a task force create to find, seize, and liquidate sanctioned Russians’ assets. Gabrielle Emanuel and Evan Osnos join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Conservatives slam Donald Trump’s tariffs as unconstitutional. Also, tourism from nations hit by Trump’s tariffs plummets. Plus, while leaving his White House role Elon Musk dodged a question about a New York Times reports on his alleged drug use on the campaign trail. And Trump pardons criminals convicted of tax and fraud crimes. Jared Bernstein, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, and Brendan Ballou join Ali Velshi.

Tonight on The Last Word: A second federal court rules Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal. Also, a federal judge blocks Trump’s ban on Harvard University’s foreign students. And Elon Musk officially leaves the White House. Rick Woldenberg, Laurence Tribe, and Rep. Melanie Stansbury join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s global tariffs are blocked by a federal trade court. And new corruption concerns rise as Trump profits from his office and pardons political allies. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Kenneth Vogel, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Stocks rally after Donald Trump backs down and delays EU tariffs. Also, Trump seeks to end all federal contracts with Harvard University. Plus, Trump says Vladimir Putin is “playing with fire.” And Wisconsin voters reject Elon Musk’s political influence. Robert Reich, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Timothy Snyder, and Ben Wikler join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump condemns Vladimir Putin after Russia strikes Ukraine. Also, Trump attacks judges in a Memorial Day post. Plus, Trump escalates his fight with Harvard University. The Trump trade war undercuts American battery makers. House Republicans pass a bill that would cut Medicaid funds from Planned Parenthood. And Trump delays 50% tariffs on EU goods until July 9. Amb. Michael McFaul, Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Norm Ornstein, Laurence Tribe, Michigan State Rep. Joe Tate, Rep. Adam Smith, Carrie Baker, and Betsey Stevenson join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s crypto dinner raises questions on ethics and access. Also, Trump confirms his attempt to deport migrants to South Sudan. Plus, Trump confronts South Africa’s leader with debunked “white genocide” claims. And the Trump Justice Department announces its plan to cancel George Floyd era police reforms. Nnamdi Egwuonwu, Sen. Jeff Merkley, Barbara McQuade, Patrick Gaspard, and Toluse Olorunnipa join Jason Johnson.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Pentagon says it accepted Qatar’s luxury jet. Also, a Trump bill would make the largest Medicare cuts in history. Plus, retailers warn of price increases due to Trump tariffs. And Trump-Musk cuts are keeping HIV meds from African patients. Sen. Adam Schiff, Paul Krugman, and Dr. Atul Gawande join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats say the CBO finds Trump’s budget bill contains $500 billion in Medicare cuts. Also, Senate Democrats question Trump’s IRS pick on ethical issues. Plus, Reuters reports $98 million in U.S. food aid is rotting in warehouses after the Trump-Musk cuts to USAID. And Jonathan Capehart discusses his new memoir, “Yet Here I Am: Lessons from A Black Man’s Search for Home.” Rep. Brendan Boyle, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, Jonathan Landay, and Jonathan Capehart join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump budget plan puts health care coverage in jeopardy. Plus, Democrats press Attorney General Pam Bondi on Qatari Jet. And Trump attacks companies over tariff-linked price hikes. Rep. Daniel Goldman and Rep. Jamie Raskin join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Supreme Court blocks Trump’s bid to resume deportations under The Alien Enemies Act of 1798. And the GOP defies Trump, striking down a bill advancing his agenda. Rep. Gwen Moore, Rick Stengel, Prof. Larry Glickman, and Tony Ortiz join Ali Velshi

Tonight on The Last Word: The Supreme Court hears arguments for orders blocking Trump’s Birthright Citizenship ban. Plus, Putin skips out on peace talks with Ukraine. And Bruce Springsteen condemns Trump in the first show of his new tour. Laurence Tribe and Lt. General Mark Hertling join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Trump arrives in Qatar after Saudi Arabia visit. Plus, Senate Democrats press Attorney General Pam Bondi on the Qatar jet gift to Trump. Also, there is growing opposition from the GOP on Trump’s budget. And John Ewing makes history as Omaha’s first black mayor. Ned Price, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and John Ewing Jr. join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump family seeks business deals in the Middle East. And the Congressional Budget Office reports the Trump budget could kick 13.7 million Americans off their health insurance. Eric Lipton, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: The stock market jumps after Donald Trump lowered China tariffs. Also, Trump wants to accept a $400M plane from Qatar. Plus, Bill Gates continues to call out Elon Musk over with USAID cuts. And NBC News reports the Trump administration has spent at least $21M flying migrants to Guantanamo Bay. Rick Woldenberg, Ben Rhodes, Andrew Weissmann, and Courtney Kube join Lawrence O’Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: Republicans scramble over cuts in Donald Trump’s budget bill. Also, Vladimir Putin hosts China’s Xi Jinping and North Korea generals at a military parade. Plus, an anti-democracy blogger gains influence in the Trump White House. And Pope Francis spoke forcefully for migrants’ humanity. Rep. Eric Swalwell, Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman (ret.), Danielle Allen, and Bishop Mark Seitz join Ali Velshi.

Tonight on The Last Word: Trump retreats in his trade war. Plus, Ukraine calls Putin’s 3-day ceasefire a ‘farce’ after reported violations. Also Bill Gates plans to wind down his foundation by 2045. And the first American-born Pope takes the name Leo XIV. Tim Snyder and Sister Simone Campbell join Lawrence O’Donnell.